One thing no one warned me of after having a baby was how my friendships would change. It wasn’t malicious, but more like a natural falling away. My friends that were child free continued their normal social life, but my…
DIY Non Toxic Postpartum Padsicles
After having a vaginal birth everything in your nether regions hurts. Even if you have a fairly smooth labor that area will be unrecognizable for several weeks. Two of my most coveted postpartum recovery items are witch hazel pads and…
Can Integrating Moxibustion Turn Your Breech Baby?
When your baby is in a breech position it can cause a lot of women to stress. It typically means if the baby doesn’t turn on their own you will end up with a scheduled cesarean delivery, which major surgery…
Why Skin to Skin with Dad or Non Birthing Parent is so Important
For mothers your bond with your baby often begins at some point during your pregnancy. As your baby grows and develops you are consciously aware of this new life and feel a connection on some level. For father’s or non…
What to Expect: C Section Recovery Tips
A lot of women are fearful about the labor experience for good reason. Movies and television shows have over dramatized the pain and discomfort that comes with bringing a new child into the world for years. Many women have only…
How Preparing for VBAC Can Lead to Successful Birth
There are many reasons you may have heard of a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) or considered preparing for VBAC. Your desires might be related to having a more natural experience, desires to avoid another surgical procedure (due to risks…
Beginners Guide to Developing a Breastfeeding and Pumping Schedule
Breastfeeding and pumping is definitely something that no one teaches you in school. Most mothers don’t get an opportunity to learn anything about breastfeeding or pumping prior to having their own child. However, 85% of mothers who breastfeed will pump…
Why the Golden Hour After Birth Matters
If you have been to a birthing class or two you have probably heard of the golden hour after birth. People often refer to it because it has a whole host of benefits for both you and your infant. However,…
10 Best Postpartum Tea to Support Recovery and Lactation
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25 Healthy & Quick Postpartum Snacks for Breastfeeding and Recovery
The first 6 weeks of bringing home a new baby is usually a blur. Between changing all the diapers, cleaning up spit-up, breastfeeding, and trying to get your new baby to sleep there is often not a lot of time…
Paced Bottle Feeding vs Responsive Bottle Feeding
When I tried to switch to bottle feeding right before going back to work my daughter always looked like she was drowning in milk and would refuse to eat. It was such a stressful experience and made it so hard…
How to Turn Your Regular Tops Into Breastfeeding Tops
If you are like me and hate buying clothes that are maternity or breastfeeding specific this blog post is for you. Breastfeeding tops and maternity clothes are really expensive in my opinion and you really don’t wear them for very…