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Being Pregnant is Awesome… Most of the Time (best and worst parts of pregnancy)

Pregnancy glow is real Bringing a child into the world is equal parts scary and exciting. Scary, because there are

Help, I’m Ready to Pop! Why You Need a Labor Doula

What does a labor doula do? Doulas are professionals who are with you in every step of the way during

It’s Okay, Trust Me: All About Placenta Encapsulation

What is placenta encapsulation and how is it done? Before we dive into defining placenta encapsulation and the process behind

Baby Steps for Baby’s First Bath Time!

One great thing to witness in your growing baby’s unfolding life each day is witnessing the many firsts that they

The Thing About Exercising During Your Pregnancy Journey (Why Yes, It’s Very Much Possible!)

It’s already a given fact that the pregnancy stage for a woman is a very delicate and critical moment in

How Doula Support has Evolved Over Time

The role of doulas has been prevalent since the good old days when home birth was quite the norm; a

Back to Work After Baby

You’re cozied in bed with your warm fresh newborn “breakfasting” at your breast. You glance down at her and as

The Unrestrained Scoop on Baby Poop

We know that Everyone Poops but when it comes to baby poop, do we really have the scoop? Imagine you

Avoiding the Highly Contagious RSV

RSV or Respiratory Syncytial Virus is an extremely contagious virus that targets the lungs and respiratory system. Babies born prematurely

Which is Best? Bottle v.s. Breast

Believe it or not, when it comes to infant feeding, there are many choices to be made and to be

What to do if your baby…

There’s no written owner’s manual when it comes to being a parent. There are books and resources. There is advice

Knock It Off… A Doula is a Doula, A Nurse is a Nurse! | Doula Baby Nurse

Doula, a Greek word used to describe a non-medical support person for laboring women. Registered Nurse RN, a medical professional who has graduated from a nursing