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 can’t tell us what’s wrong. Instead… they cry. Why is My Baby Crying? The purpose of this post is to help you figure out why your baby is crying and … [Read 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 a lot or act fussy after feedings? If so, she may need something to ease her digestion… Homemade Gripe Water to the Rescue! If you have never tried making … [Read more…]
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 house, the garbage needs to go out and the diaper pail is overflowing. In addition, your baby is not happy unless he is physically attached to you! Every time you … [Read more…]
Do you have a postpartum plan? If you are pregnant and planning for a new baby, make sure that creating a postpartum plan is at the top of your priority list! You ABSOLUTELY need one! Here’s why… Free Postpartum Plan Printable Worksheet included! As a postpartum doula, I meet a lot of new moms who … [Read more…]
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 this year? Or maybe you just want some great year-round gift ideas for a new mom in your life? Perhaps you are a new mom (or mom-to-be) and you’d like … [Read more…]
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 the powerful emotions surrounding your birth experience! You may have had a very peaceful and beautiful birth experience, or you may be feeling disappointed or even traumatized by … [Read more…]
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 that new moms and dads get the rest and support they so desperately need! As a postpartum doula, I frequently help new parents to set some boundaries with visitors and … [Read more…]
Are you worried about how to keep your newborn healthy this winter? Do you wonder how to handle sick friends or relatives around your new baby? Many parents have these concerns, especially as the winter and holiday seasons approach. Unfortunately, you cannot protect your baby from every sickness, but there are definitely things you can do … [Read more…]
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 have? Yes! Breastfeeding moms have amazing super powers! Okay, yes… ALL moms really have super powers, but we are going to focus on our breastfeeding super powers in this post…. … [Read more…]
Are you concerned about surviving the holidays with a newborn? If you are pregnant with a holiday due date, you might be feeling stressed about trying to juggle postpartum, newborn and holiday preparations! However, with proper perspective and planning, you CAN relax and enjoy this season without stress or pressure! In this post, I’m going to help … [Read more…]