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Stories and thoughts about the journey to
​and through parenthood.

6/12/2023 0 Comments

Things Nobody Tells You About Postpartum: Night Sweats

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As you embark on this beautiful journey of parenthood, it's important to prepare for the unexpected aspects of the postpartum period. One such surprise that catches many new parents off guard is postpartum night sweats. Today, we're diving deep into this common yet often unspoken phenomenon, so you can navigate it with ease and comfort.


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6/5/2023 0 Comments

Things Nobody Tells You About Postpartum: Your First Bowel Movement

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As you enter the postpartum period, it's crucial to acknowledge that this phase often comes with unexpected challenges that are rarely discussed. While much attention is focused on the birthing experience itself (even about pooping during birth), little is said about the first postpartum bowel movement. 



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6/1/2023 0 Comments

Celebrating Pride Month: Supporting LGBTQ+ Families in their Birth and Postpartum Journey

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With the beginning of Pride month, I think it is essential to reflect on the significance of inclusivity and support for LGBTQ+ families. In celebrating diversity, I want to share some thoughts about the importance of creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals, regardless of their gender identity or family structure. For me, using non-gendered language in my content and on my website is a deliberate choice, as I recognize and respect that not every birthing person wants to be referred to as "Mom" and that families come in various forms. This Pride month, let us emphasize the need to support and uplift LGBTQ+ families throughout their birth and postpartum journeys.


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5/19/2023 0 Comments

The Sacred Trust of Being a Doula: Embracing Vulnerability and Celebrating Birth

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Being a doula is a profound role that grants me a unique opportunity to witness the most vulnerable and intimate moments in someone's life. It is a privilege to be entrusted with the care and support of individuals during their childbirth journey. The cornerstone of the doula-client relationship is built on trust—a trust that enables clients to fully let go and embrace their journey with confidence. 
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Read more to explore the significance of trust in the doula-client relationship, the unfiltered aspects of birth, and how doulas celebrate and honor these moments without judgment.


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4/29/2023 0 Comments

The unexpected accessory to make postpartum so much more comfortable!

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You really can’t understand how much birth can wreck your pelvic floor until you’ve done it. Maybe you’ve heard (and winced and the mention) of tearing and episiotomy, but even if you come through without one, a vaginal birth is still a lot of trauma for your nether regions; and that includes the muscles that control your pee and poo 🚽 When you get home there’s still a lot of healing to do!

Read on for my recommendation for the surprising accessory to make going to the bathroom a little more comfortable:



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3/29/2023 0 Comments

Provider Feature: Elan Nutrition Assoc.

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This month I'm featuring Thea Boatswain of Elan Nutrition Associates ​to talk about nutritional needs during pregnancy and postpartum! 

I love talking about eating nutritionally rather than healthy--each word has specific connotations. Healthy is usually associated with eating less and losing weight, which is not the goal one should have when growing another human! Nutrition, on the other hand, infers sustenance and, well, nourishment--exactly what new and expecting parents need!

Read more about how Thea can help guide you on your journey to nourish yourself and your little one!

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3/21/2023 0 Comments

My Tricks for Soothing Baby to Sleep

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If you’re reading blog posts about infant sleep, chances are you’ve heard of the 5 S’s for soothing baby: side, swaddle, suck, shush, and swing. But I have some other tricks up my sleeve for getting baby to sleep and I’m going to share them with you!

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2/22/2023 0 Comments

Infant Wake Windows

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While we're on the subject of infant sleep, have you heard about infant wake windows? They are the key to unlocking your baby's sleep! Many parents try to put baby right back to sleep after feeding and get frustrated when it doesn't work. That's because babies actually need time to be awake during the day! Read on to learn more and for your free downloadable guide to infant wake windows.

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2/22/2023 0 Comments

Provider Feature: Arcadia Sleep

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My second featured provider for 2023 is Charlotte Ackaoui of Arcadia Sleep. Infant (and older children's) sleep is such a huge question mark to so many parents, so I wanted to share this resource early on! Read on for more info from Charlotte:

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2/3/2023 0 Comments

Book Review: The Best Book to Guide Through Pregnancy

"Nurture" really is an all-encompassing guide through your pregnancy journey--so much so that I plan to keep it by my side throughout my next pregnancy, even with everything I already know!

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