Postpartum Birth Control
Postpartum birth control is important because getting pregnant shortly after having a baby can cause increased risks for the birthing person and pregnancy. What are the best options for birth control after having a baby? From hormonal to natural family planning, to medically administered, to what you can buy at a drugstore, there are so many options of birth control.
More Support, Less Stuff
Wondering what to put on your baby registry? Or wondering what to get a loved one who is expecting? They need more SUPPORT, not MORE STUFF.
Expecting parents often focus their attention on the upcoming birth and on observable “set up” for the baby (i.e. nursery, crib, changing station), without focusing attention on setting up their “village” of support needed after their baby arrives.
How to Bathe Your Baby
When it comes to bathing your infant, there are a few tips and tricks to make it enjoyable for baby and parents.
Choosing Your Baby’s Healthcare Provider
If you’re pregnant or trying to conceive, your entire focus can be on healthy conception and pregnancy. But wait, what happens after your baby arrives? How do you find the right network of healthcare professionals for your baby? How do I find the right provider for my child? What should I look for in a healthcare provider for my child? What kind of questions should I ask on an interview with a pediatrician?
How to Onboard New Parents to Their “Job” in 90 Days
Okay, so before you think, “Parenthood isn’t a job,” hear me out. I agree that motherhood and parenthood is an absolute gift and privilege. AND, the first few months of parenthood can be scary as s*** if you’re not prepared. It can be a calling AND you can want to have a more clear “instruction manual” to help you know what you’re doing.
That’s where postpartum doulas come in. Doulas help new parents get acclimated to their new “job.”