Kate Danson, birth and postpartum doula shows us how you can practice abhyanga at home - this massage is particularly beneficial after giving birth as it can regulate hormones, calm the nervous system, strengthen the uterus, improve sleep, and increase milk flow.
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First off, I want you to know that you’re a really good mom. These aren’t just fluffy words. They are facts. You are a really good mom. I know you have so many doubts and fears.
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Those early weeks were always so full of hope, nervousness, and fear - a classic recipe for constant anxiety. Sometimes I would experience these feelings in succession. Other times I felt the weight of all of them, as if they were stacked on my heart, one on top of the other.
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Whatever you may be feeling — just know that it’s common and you are not alone. If you don’t want to have sex, don’t feel pressured to do so, just because the doctor told you to go for it.
Read MoreHot flashes and night sweats - some of the most common complaints of early postpartum. But it doesn't always stop after the 4th trimester, and can be a big steamy hot red flag that we need to support one hormone in particular... estrogen.
Read MoreLike all new parents, they were astonished by their baby’s perfection. But their time with Julian was short -- because he was stillborn, they had just a few hours to soak in his beauty before they had to say goodbye. This is the letter Dresden wrote to Julian the day after she met him.
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we love a healthy, delicious cookie - ingredients in these can also help boost milk supply.
Read MoreThis is one of our absolute favorite recipes, especially for Sunday night dinners. It also happens to be an incredible blood-building meal, great for postpartum recovery.
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LA postpartum doula Stephanie Matthias shares really practical suggestions for how to prepare for the postpartum period.
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Trying to figure out what’s really necessary to pack in your birth bag? You don’t need nearly as much as you think, but we’re listed a few essentials and some things to make you feel good.
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Knowing what to do when you think you might be pregnant can be confusing. When can you take a pregnancy test? If it’s positive, when do you make a prenatal appointment? What are the guidelines on taking care of yourself before you see a care provider? We break things down here with help from SF-based doula Lauren Miller Brown.
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Up to eighty percent of women experience some type of nausea during pregnancy. Here are a few natural remedies that may help manage and reduce your morning sickness without side effects.
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You may be wondering if it’s possible and/or worth the investment to get lactation support virtually. In our opinion, it is definitely helpful and worth it to connect. Learn more about what that might look like here.
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Feeding your baby: it seems like it should be intuitive, natural, and straightforward. But we've learned that it takes time, patience and some serious dedication — and it doesn’t always turn out as we planned. And that's okay. What’s most important is that your baby eats.
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Does your provider make you feel supported, heard, and safe? Do you feel comfortable with the birthing locations that are available to you? If your answer isn’t “yes” to either of these questions, know that you don't have to settle for the status quo. Learn more about choosing a provider and birthing location here.
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You've got all your baby gear, sure, and are all set for labor… but what about making sure you’re taken care of post-birth? Here are our favorite products for helping with recovery, as well as feeding.
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Acupuncture can alleviate many acute and chronic conditions, including those common in pregnancy. Based on the trimester that you are in, there are specific ways in which you may benefit.
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The phrase “trying for a baby” always made me uncomfortable. I felt like the couple was welcoming everyone into their bedroom as well as their personal lives. I had no idea that perhaps it was their way of reaching out for emotional support during a time of excitement mixed with fear.
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