Postpartum and Beyond – The New Dad | Parenting Guide
Have you ever wondered how a man’s life truly transforms when he becomes a father? In…
Postpartum and Beyond – Coming Home: Your Guide
Are you ready for the adventure that comes after birth? The postpartum period is a unique time.…
Delaying Baby’s First Bath: Benefits & Recommendations
Ever thought about why some providers say to wait before giving your baby their first bath?…
Deciding How to Feed my Baby
Deciding how to feed your baby is a very personal decision that should be made after…
Pumping and Storing Breastmilk: A Complete Guide
Freshly expressed or pumped breastmilk can be kept at room temperature (77°F or colder) for up…
Common Concerns with Breastfeeding the First Weeks
Two of the most important details about breastfeeding that can be worked out before you go…
How Will I Know that my Baby is Getting Enough Milk?
I find that the question about whether or not a baby is getting enough milk is…
Breast Infections: Causes and Treatment
Did you know up to 1 in 10 breastfeeding moms in the U.S. get mastitis? It shows…
Lactation Consultants and Services
Did you know breastfed babies can have IQ scores about 8.5 points higher than others? They…
What About a Pacifier
You may have strong feelings about whether or not you want your baby to have a…
Breastfeeding and COVID-19 (coronavirus)
The most current and reliable information can be found on the CDC website Interim Guidance on…
How will I know that I am in labor?
As you approach the last few weeks of your pregnancy your body is preparing for the…
Staying Connected
I am writing this article in the year 2020-2021 which of course is the same year…
Accepting Help from Others
For some women, one of the most difficult things to do is to allow others to…
Medications Used in Labor for Pain Management
This brief discussion on medications that are commonly used for laboring women to manage discomfort in…