4th Trimester Posts

Postpartum bleeding: What’s normal… What’s not…Let’s get real and discuss postpartum bleeding… EVERYTHING you need to know about lochia after childbirth!

Many new parents wish that their baby’s grandparents could be more supportive. How can grandparents be more helpful? Are there rules for grandparents? Find out…

Did you know that there are some really great reasons for delaying visitors after your baby’s birth? In fact, it can actually be GOOD to…

Can dream feeding be helpful for new parents recovering from childbirth? I say YES! In this post, we are going to discuss how dream feeding…

Learn the benefits of baby wearing for parents AND baby! Most infants love being worn in a carrier. Here are 16 great reasons to wear…

Are you aware of the pros and cons of dream feeding your baby? Many parents use dream feeds as a way to get better sleep…

A postpartum baby moon is the best gift that you can give yourself as you journey into motherhood. Learn how to plan for the ultimate…

“When you create a postpartum plan, you give yourself permission to rest and allow others to help you. Not only that, but you PLAN for…

There are many great benefits of breastfeeding. You probably already know this. However, do you really understand the miraculous SUPER POWERS that breastfeeding moms actually…

Here’s hope for women dealing with postpartum recovery during the pandemic. Learn how to embrace this time with your newborn even in the midst of…

Did you know that there are definitely times when you should NOT swaddle your baby? Let’s explore the pros and cons of newborn swaddling.

What is kangaroo mother care? How does KMC benefit newborns and preemies? Learn why skin-to-skin, baby-wearing & breastfeeding can help babies thrive!

Social distancing has some nice benefits for newborns, but what about new mothers? How can new moms get the support they need while staying safe?

What are the best products for mom and baby? A postpartum doula shares some doula and client favorites!

Cluster feeding is normal! Learn how to survive cluster feeding with these 20 great tips!

Get the most accurate and evidence-based information on being pregnant and giving birth during the COVID-19 pandemic. A doula shares up-to-date resources and 10 great…

What is the most common bad baby advice that new parents hear? These 10 things are not only bad, but could even be dangerous for…

When your newborn has his days and nights mixed up, you lose sleep! However, these 7 tips will help fix the problem fast!

A postpartum doula shares her top picks for the best swaddles for newborns. Not all swaddles work well for newborns. Find out why!

A HUGE collection of some of the best baby hacks for 2020! Check out these 40+ favorite baby hacks for easier parenting.

Great newborn tips from a professional postpartum doula. These helpful and very practical tips will help new parents as they learn how to care for…

Are you looking for a natural postpartum kit checklist? FREE PRINTABLE INCLUDED! Before you begin packing your hospital bag or creating your postpartum plan, make…

Help Your Baby Sleep Better with these 10 Easy Fixes! Are you making these common baby sleep mistakes? If you are, you may be unknowingly…

Learn some great postpartum wardrobe tips for your 4th Trimester. Cute ideas for trendy fashions that will provide tummy support and conceal your post-baby belly.…

Do you have a fussy baby in the evening hours? No, dear parent, you are NOT going crazy! It’s a real thing! It even has…

If you are welcoming a new baby during the holidays, you may be feeling a bit anxious about managing Christmas with a newborn! But…. hold…

Check out these very practical gift ideas for new moms! She will LOVE them!! Do you have a new mom on your holiday gift list…

Are you worried about a newborn cold this winter? Do you wonder how to handle sick friends or relatives around your new baby? Many parents…

If you are nervous about your recovery after childbirth, then this post will really help you! You may think that reading about someone else’s postpartum…

If you are a young mother, you probably already realize that you need better self care. Right? Why? Because most young mothers don’t practice self…

Are you afraid of the fourth trimester with your newborn? So then…. you have heard some “horror stories” of new mothers who have struggled with…

The 4th trimester refers to the first three months after baby’s birth. We call this time the “4th trimester” because it really is an extension…

If you are a new parent or parent-to-be, this is a word that you may be adding to your vocabulary as you begin to research…

  Looking for ways to pamper the new mom in your life this Valentine’s Day? Or maybe you are the new mom and you’d like…

Have you ever heard of an over-stimulated or overtired baby?   I have a bit of good news for you today…  Did you know that…

Pregnancy Can Be Overwhelming! Are you planning for a new baby? Maybe you are feeling a bit overwhelmed by all there is to learn and…

  If you are wondering how much should a newborn eat, you have come to the right place! This is a very common question that…

How should you plan for your postpartum recovery? ***UPDATE*** This post is still very relevant, but I encourage you to also check out my latest…

Do you know how to use a sitz bath? They are AWESOME for speeding postpartum recovery and here’s why…. How to Use a Sitz Bath…

Are you searching for new baby sleep hacks to help you get better sleep with your newborn? Does your newborn wake to eat every 2-3…

My baby turned 19 this year. He no longer fits on my lap. He no longer keeps me up at night or cries to be…

Postpartum self-care? What’s that? Okay, so you’ve just had a baby and you can’t remember the last time you had a shower….dirty dishes litter the…

What does it mean to process your birth and why is it important to do so? If you have ever given birth, you understand all…

Are there rules for visiting a newborn or new parents? You bet there are! In this post, I’m going to “lay down the law” so…

14 Ideas, tips and hacks for baby’s first holidays. These great newborn tips will help new parents to THRIVE not just survive the holiday season…

Postpartum Survival 101 Never fear, postpartum survival help is here! One of the primary goals of this blog is to help new moms. Period. Since…

The greatest difficulty of parenting a newborn is often night feedings! Do you agree? Most parents agree that middle-of-the-night feedings can be really rough! How…

Have you heard of the many AMAZING benefits of skin to skin contact with your newborn? What is skin to skin and why is it…

As a mother and grandmother, I want to share about my exciting experiences with homeopathy! But first, here is a short disclaimer… I am now…

I am about to debunk 3 very common newborn myths that have (unfortunately) been passed around for generations. I bet you have already heard them,…

Why Sleep Cues Can Be a Game Changer for Your Baby’s Sleep! Does your baby have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep? Does he cry…