As a new parent, you will find yourself talking and thinking A LOT about poop. Newborns poop pretty often! It's not uncommon for a baby to poop 2- 5 times a day, including after every feeding. Here’s what is normal for baby poop, and here are some red flags (aka calling your pediatrician).

Is your partner having a baby? Not sure how to help? Don’t doubt yourself. Check out these 5 tips and let’s get going..

You’re getting into the hospital in labor. And….you feel your heart almost pound out of your chest. So how do you reduce those spikes of adrenaline? And WHY does this matter? When our nervous system isn’t regulated, it can impact the fibers in the uterus and increase pain during contractions. Adrenaline can also literally stop contractions. Here are some ways to reduce that adrenaline...

Picture this: You’ve been at home all day with your 7-week-old. You need a solo walk outside after your partner comes home from work… but they want to make dinner together.

Or…your in-laws want to visit the new baby ASAP and stay for a week….you need more time before visitors show up.

SO HOW TO DO ASK FOR WHAT YOU NEED? ESPECIALLY WHEN 99% of your day is caring for a new baby.

Have a baby (or babies) in the NICU? We’ve got you. Kathleen, owner of Boston Area Doulas, was born at 8 weeks premature with her twin sister. We hold a special place in our hearts for premie babies and their families. Here are 5 things to know about the NICU:

What is postpartum sweating? When does it occur and how long does it last? How can you cope with postpartum sweating?

Is reflux serious? As long as your baby is happy, growing at a good pace, and healthy, reflux should not be a concern. However, there’s also GERD— gastroesophageal reflux disease—which is what happens when reflux is more severe and longer lasting. GERD could impact your baby’s ability to gain weight and can be uncomfortable. Here is what to look for and when to reach out to your pediatrician or medical provider…

“Colic” — a dreaded 5-letter word to expecting and new parents. But what is it exactly? Colic is defined by intense crying or fussiness in a healthy baby that happens with frequency and regularity, typically in evening. It is not a diagnosis, but usually, a symptom of someth…

Traveling with a baby can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. With a little planning and preparation, you can make your trip as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Here are a few tips to help you get started:

A situation that feels sudden, overwhelming, or dangerous can lead to a trauma response. Fight, fight or freeze. As doulas, we try our best to reduce and prevent trauma. It’s important to know one of the simplest ways to reduce the effects of birth trauma and vicarious trauma. IT’S CALLED BILATERAL STIMULATION. It regulates the nervous system. It encourages better communication between the two sides of the brain. This helps emotional processing and regulation. What does bilateral stimulation look like?

7 out of 10 people experience perinatal anxiety. 4 out of 10 people experience perinatal depression. 1 in 10 partners experience PMADs (perinatal mood and anxiety disorders). 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders do not go away on their own. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬: They are treatable! You have to first know what they look like.

For breastfeeding or chestfeeding parents: Since you don’t have ounce markers on your breasts, it can be hard to tell how much milk your baby is getting.

If you’d like more “data”, you can try a #weightedfeed with a lactation-trained doula! The weighted feed entails 3 steps…