Got sore nipples? Are your nipples in pain from breastfeeding? Welcome to our nipple care breastfeeding guide. Breastfeeding is beautiful, magical, and natural. But dang. Sore nipples when breastfeeding is no joke! We’ll be honest, the beginning of your breastfeeding journey can be...
Let's talk about brain fog in motherhood. Is this a myth or is there truth in this? Have you ever forgotten your phone number? Misplaced your car keys even though you were sure they were in your purse? Forgotten someone’s name who you’ve met a couple of times before? Well, if you’re pregnant, or a mom, and these situations sound familiar, then...
Ever wondered what to say to a new mom during the tough postpartum days to offer support and encouragement? We put together a list of helpful ideas that offer words of encouragement for any new mom (even you)! New moms need just as much love and attention as their babies, and it can sometimes feel like...
As we enter 2024, there is some extra baggage that we’re leaving behind in 2023. It’s not just another year. It’s an opportunity to embrace support, make choices with confidence that serve your needs, and find joy around us. Motherhood is certainly unique to every one of us. And we believe that...
We already know that the postpartum journey is a rollercoaster of emotions and changes. You’re incredible body has just created and birthed an adorable, tiny little person, and you should be so proud of yourself mama. But after birth comes a new life and, in some ways, a new you. The postpartum body changes are different for every woman, and body changes after childbirth can be...
Becoming a mom is life-changing. You suddenly go from you — a whole identity you’ve spent your whole life building — to mom. It’s incredible, yes, but it can also make some women lose their sense of identity. When you’ve spent your whole life focusing on work, love, friendship, and discovering what makes you happy, you’re suddenly...
Let’s face it mama. We plan and plan when we’re pregnant. We plan for the pregnancy, prepare the nursery, and plan the birth, some super organized mamas might even plan for things like daycare. But one part of the pregnancy journey many of us forget to plan is life postpartum. Whatever kind of birth you have and however you feel after labor and delivery, we all need a support circle to...
Ever wondered what a midwife does? Or the difference between a midwife and a doula? We’re here to break down everything you need to know about midwives. Pregnancy, labor, and giving birth are extremely personal experiences. This is why, in most cases...
Doulas are becoming increasingly popular to help mamas through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. If you’ve ever thought do I need a doula then this article is for you. Pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum periodare hard. And during these challenging and bewildering times, it can help to have some extra emotional and physical support. This is where doulas come in...
Sleepless nights, constant nursing, cluster feeding. As gorgeous as babies are, it’s very easy (and completely normal) to feel totally overwhelmed when you’re caring for your new little munchkin. And this is where night nurses come in...
We know that breastfeeding is an incredible and natural thing for both mama and baby. But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t come with its fair share of breastfeeding struggles. From the correct latch and cluster feeding to wondering if your baby’s getting enough milk to pumping, breastfeeding is a wild ride and doesn’t come easily for everyone. That’s where lactation consultants come in.
Are you breastfeeding? Ever wonder how much water should I drink while breastfeeding? You may already know that a typical adult requires 8 glasses of water a day. However, what if you are a breastfeeding mom? How much water should you be drinking to meet your and your baby's needs? Did you know that...
