“Type A” Parents: How to Feel Successful with an Infant
In your pre-baby life, you loved to feel productive... to feel in control. You lived for a to-do list…and crossing items off the list.
You are not alone. Many parents struggle with their Type A or perfectionists qualities they become new parents. What does “success” and “productivity” even mean with an infant? Check out this updated “to list” for Type A parents to feel accomplished.
The “Daily 7” for Postpartum Recovery
Just had a baby? Check out these “Daily 7” exercises from Body Ready Method program to aid in postpartum recovery.
Baby’s Cardinal Movements in Birth
Ever wonder what’s going on with your baby/babies during labor? How are they going to make it through the pelvis? Babies are smart and will try to accommodate the space that they are given. In labor, your baby must make four “cardinal movements” in order to be born.
What if my water breaks while I’m at work?
What is my water breaks while I’m at work? How will I know my water broke? These are all common concerns for pregnant persons, especially those with professions where you need to be on your feet and "on" in front of other people. Take it from me, a former middle school teacher during doula. A few things to know about water breaking…
How much should I be feeding my newborn baby?
How much will my newborn eat at one feeding? Let's start with the size of their stomach… between day 1 and day 8 of their life, their stomach size changes drastically.
Baby fussy? Try these 3 positions. 💪🏽
Baby fussy, gassy or colicky? Try these three positions to calm and soothe your baby…
Smart Labor Positions for a More Efficient Birth
Whoever said, “knees apart makes more space in the pelvis” is WRONG …Well, partially wrong. There are 3 LEVELS TO THE PELVIS. So different movements or positions can create (or restrict) space AT THOSE 3 LEVELS…
When should I go to the hospital in labor?
When you’re in labor, it is an opportunity to remember your inner confidence and strength.
So inhale courage, exhale fear and check out the guidance for when to go the hospital….
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?
Consent & Informed-Decision Making in Labor
It is 100% your right to ask questions and get consent for procedures. And when consent and informed-decision making happens, you'll feel more in control of and satisfied by your labor experience. Here are some additional questions you can ask your provider when a treatment or intervention is suggested while you're in labor or at a prenatal appointment.
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.”
Will a doula replace my partner in labor?
A lot of people wonder, “Will a doula replace my partner in labor?”
Short answer: NO!
Doulas “read the room” and check in with partners as well as birthing people to see what they need during labor and birth. In prenatal sessions, doulas get to know birthing persons and their partners so that when it’s “game time,” we’re on the same page. We understand a birthing person’s and partner’s motivations and philosophies, comfort zones, and concerns. We also know what it looks like if you’re not okay and what to do if you’re not okay, based on your preferences.
Healing Postpartum Foods
What does it look like to care for and appreciate moms beyond Mother’s Day? ….FOOD.
Food is love. Food is fuel. Quality food is a key part of healing after having a baby. Quality food continues to fuel parents of young kids. If you’re having a baby, find your people who will help feed YOU, not just your baby.. Before your baby arrives, here are a few options you can consider to aid in your recovery and feel nourished:..