Proper Diet Plan for Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a unique and precious time that requires special attention to your health, particularly when it comes to your diet. A prop...
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Why to Avoid Alcohol During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time filled with anticipation, but it also comes with many decisions that impact both mother and baby. One cri...
Nipple Shields in Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is an endeavor shaped by both cultural practices and individual experience. While many lactating parents anticipate a nat...
Doula Tips for Managing Early Labor at Home
Doula Tips for Managing Early Labor at Home
Preparation plays a key role in ensuring a smooth and empowering labor experience. For exp...
2025 New Year Doula Tips for New Moms!
The start of a new year brings with it fresh opportunities, big changes, and for some, the beginning of their parenting journey. If you...
4 Ways to Manage a Stalled Labor
Labor is an intricate and dynamic process, yet it can sometimes progress slower than expected—a phenomenon often referred to as stalled...
Nutrition Tips for Postpartum & Breastfeeding
Understanding Postpartum Nutrition
It’s easy to focus on your baby’s needs and forget about yourself. However, being well-nourished ca...
6 Healthy Practices to Reduce Childbirth Fears & Labor Pain
A key player in alleviating childbirth fears is a doula, a trained professional who provides physical, emotional, and informational sup...
During Labor: Upright & Spontaneous Pushing
Upright pushing during labor involves positions where the birthing parent is not lying flat on their back. Instead, the body is aligned...
Soothing Power of the 5S for Newborns
The Origins of the 5S Method
The 5S method finds its roots in the work of pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp, who sought to identify a relia...