Learn my favorite doula tips to care for your newborn! Sleep tips, swaddling tips, visitor tips and more…
What is Plagiocephaly? 8 Tips to Prevent “Flat Head Syndrome” in Babies
What are the causes of positional plagiocephaly and how can you prevent flat head in your baby? If you are a new parent or parent-to-be,…
12 Quick Tips for Surviving Middle-of-the-Night Feedings!
Most parents agree that middle-of-the-night feedings can be really rough! Learn how to ease the burden of night feedings with these 12 tips.
When do babies sleep through the night? (and other new baby sleep myths)
Did you know that YOU can sleep through the night even if your newborn baby can’t? Proven sleep strategies to help you and your baby…
The Ultimate Planning for Baby Checklist!
When it comes to baby essentials or newborn must haves, this printable baby checklist is the only newborn baby shopping list you’ll need. Print it…
What Every New Parent Wishes Their Baby’s Grandparents Knew!
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…
10 Smart Reasons to Request NO VISITORS after Birth!
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…
The Benefits of Dream Feeding for Postpartum Recovery
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…
Positional Plagiocephaly: Is Your Baby at Risk?
Is your baby at risk for developing positional plagiocephaly or flat head syndrome? Find out how you can prevent this condition!
16 Benefits of Baby Wearing!
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…
Dream Feed Pros and Cons – Q&A for New Parents!
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…
Why Breastfeeding Moms Have Super Powers!
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…
The Pros and Cons of Newborn Swaddling
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?
What is kangaroo mother care? How does KMC benefit newborns and preemies? Learn why skin-to-skin, baby-wearing & breastfeeding can help babies thrive!
The Benefits of Social Distancing for Newborns + 13 Survival Tips for New Moms!
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?
Healthy Mama’s Best Products for Mom and Baby!
What are the best products for mom and baby? A postpartum doula shares some doula and client favorites!
20 Quick Tips for Happier Cluster Feeding!
Cluster feeding is normal! Learn how to survive cluster feeding with these 20 great tips!
Should You Consider an Out of Hospital Birth?
Are you reconsidering your choice for a hospital birth? Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be among the growing number of new parents who…
Bad Baby Advice Every Parent Should IGNORE!
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…
“Help! My Baby Has Days and Nights Mixed Up!” 7 Easy Tips to Help…
When your newborn has his days and nights mixed up, you lose sleep! However, these 7 tips will help fix the problem fast!
Best Swaddles for Newborns (and Newbie Parents!)
A postpartum doula shares her top picks for the best swaddles for newborns. Not all swaddles work well for newborns. Find out why!
40 Best Baby Hacks for 2020!
A HUGE collection of some of the best baby hacks for 2020! Check out these 40+ favorite baby hacks for easier parenting.
10 Newborn Tips that Every Parent Should Know!
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…
10 New Parent Baby Sleep Mistakes and How to Fix Them!
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…
3 Tips to Prevent a Fussy Baby in the Evening
Do you have a fussy baby in the evening hours? Follow these 3 tips to “cure” the 5 to 9 Whine and get your baby…
The 12 Days of Christmas with a Newborn!
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…
Best Baby Home Remedies!
If you are looking for some great ideas for baby home remedies, you’ve come to the right place! One of the hardest things about being…
16 Practical (and Clever) Tips to Prevent a Newborn Cold During Cold and Flu Season!
How to keep a newborn healthy and prevent a newborn cold or sickness Are you worried about your baby catching a newborn cold this winter?…
How to Calm a Crying Baby: 23 Easy Solutions and Natural Remedies for Crying Babies
Do you want to know how to calm a crying baby? Answer… find out what’s bothering them… easy, right? Well… not so easy! Since babies…
How to Really Enjoy the Fourth Trimester with Your Newborn!
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…
22 Coconut Oil Hacks for Baby!
You have probably heard of the many benefits of coconut oil by now, but do you know that coconut oil is a healthy replacement for…
How to Swaddle Your Baby Like a Pro: Swaddling for Better Sleep!
Would you like to learn how to swaddle so your baby sleeps longer? Maybe this sounds familiar… Your baby is not sleeping. He struggles to…
Pamper the New Mom with these 10 Valentine Gift Ideas!
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…
Overtired Baby or Colic?
Did you know that your fussy, “colicky” baby may actually be an overstimulated or overtired baby instead? Learn why an overtired baby is a baby…
How Much Should a Newborn Eat?
If you are wondering how much should a newborn eat, you have come to the right place! This is a very common question that…
4 New Parent Sleep Hacks – Sleep Solutions for Parents with a Newborn
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…
Warning: Babies Don’t Keep!
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…
Homemade Gripe Water. Easy DIY Recipe to Relieve Colic, Gas, Infant Reflux and more!*
Have you ever heard of homemade gripe water? It’s really amazing! Here’s the scoop… Does your baby seem gassy or fussy? Does she spit up…
25 Rules for Visiting a Newborn
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 Sanity-Saving Tips for Surviving the Holidays with a Newborn!
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…
3 Easy Bath Tips for Baby!
Bathing a newborn can be scary for a new parent! Most parents feel nervous about giving their baby’s first bath at home. While that is…
The Benefits of Skin to Skin with a Newborn
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…
Homeopathy for Mother and Baby
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…
Why You Need a Newborn Care Plan!
Do you have a newborn care plan ready for your new baby? Most expecting parents are familiar with a birth plan. Fewer understand the importance…
3 Newborn Myths to Bust!!
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,…
Learn Your Baby’s Sleep Cues for a More Peaceful Bedtime!
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 or…
10 Tummy Time Hacks! Why Your Baby Needs Tummy Time and Tips for Getting Enough!
Tummy time is extremely important for your baby’s healthy growth and development. However, it is often very challenging for parents to fit enough into their…
DIY – How to make “Green” Homemade Baby Wipes
Are you interested in making your own DIY homemade baby wipes? Maybe you want to save money. Perhaps your primary objective is to be kind…
11 Natural Remedies for Cradle Cap
What is Cradle Cap? Have you ever noticed yellow scaly patches on a baby’s head or scalp? These oily, crusty patches usually indicate a scalp…
Natural Remedies for Infant Reflux
Does Your Baby Have Reflux? According to pediatrician, Dr. William Sears, 25 percent of babies experience some form of acid reflux. That means one in…
