Pregnancy and Parenting Education - Posts to make your childbirth and postpartum experience a happy and healthy time.
"Cynthya was our doula for the birth of our third child in April 2016. As this was my third birth, and I had been attended to by a doula at the first two, I knew that finding the right doula was crucial to a successful and satisfying birth." - Winter Wheeler-Young
There are many actions you can take to protect your baby now and later when they are mobile. By installing safety devices, following safety standards, and checking for product recalls, you can prevent an injury or accidental death.
Read MoreGet recommendations for must-have baby items, newborn care, and diapering guidance, and when to call the doctor for medical treatment.
Read MoreFollow these tips to transition your baby from the breast to the bottle when your baby refuses to feed from a bottle.
Read MoreWhat if you could legitimately provide support and help a laboring woman achieve the birth she desires? The good news is that you can with these 5 tips for labor.
Read MoreThe following hospitals in metro Atlanta have reported their c-section and episiotomy numbers to the Leap Frog Group.
Read MoreSleeping and getting your baby on a schedule are two of the most common subjects parents seem to have questions about. I recommend you start your baby on a predictable routine between 6 and 8 weeks of age. Additionally, here are 7 tips to helping your baby get a good night's rest.
Read MoreThe female body is designed to give birth and has been doing so successfully for years. All too often, medical interventions are used unnecessarily leading to more interventions, medicine, and possibly, complications. In recent years, with increased technology and medical interventions, women have been being limited to giving birth on their backs with guided pushing by their care professionals in recent years. Evidence does not support these restrictions.
Read MoreIt may be your first, it may be your fourth, but when you’re pregnant and considering your baby’s birth and delivery, having the proper support team is critical in ensuring you and your baby get off to the right start. Did you know a doula can help with that?
Read MoreLooking to join a doula team? Find out about working with us in Tampa Bay or Atlanta.
Read MoreThere are many reasons people choose not to breastfeed or cannot physically breastfeed. If you are in the category of not breastfeeding, remember, that is okay! Do not allow others to put you on a guilt trip. It is your body and your baby, so choosing what works for you is your decision!
Read MoreTo help you prepare for an easier postpartum time and a speedy recovery after birth, here are a dozen comfort suggestions and must-have items to have on hand following either a surgical or vaginal delivery.
Read MoreIt is best to understand your options, and always weigh risk versus benefit. No matter whether you choose to have your water broken or wish to avoid having it done, be sure you are making your choices because you understand and are comfortable with the decision at hand.
Read MoreWhile stretch marks are our tiger stripes, who needs loads of them to remember what fierce creatures we become to bring our babies into the world?
Read More1 out of 7 new moms experience a postpartum mood or anxiety disorder. In fact, perinatal depression and anxiety are the most common complications of childbirth. However, it's not being talked about with (or between) new moms, leaving these women to suffer in silence. It's time we learned about these conditions and the factors that can put a mom at a higher risk.
Read MoreKangaroo care, also known as skin-to-skin contact, is more than just the start of cultivating the bond between you and your baby. In this post, we list the health benefits of uninterrupted skin contact between baby and parent as well as tips to advocate for yourself on this healthy birth practice.
Read MoreLearn how to keep your perineum intact during the pushing (second) stage of labor with these recommendations. A video is included to help you safely use warm compresses.
Read MoreIf swollen feet (or the pandemic) are keeping you from hitting the stores, shop online. Often with free shipping, it’s a win-win for the efficient and busy expectant parent. Save your back and have your room renovation delivered right to your front door.
Read MorePART 1 of 2: Breastfeeding is not the norm for much of the USA and it’s hard to get people to understand the amount of work it takes to be successful at it. To promote breastfeeding success while you are still pregnant keep these helpful tips handy.
Read MoreSince adults of the sandwich generation are spread between their responsibilities toward their children, parents, and careers, they are often susceptible to both mental and financial stress. It is therefore important for them to seek resources that can help them manage their situation. Below, we’ve provided a few tips if you are an adult of the sandwich generation to help you balance your multiple caregiving responsibilities.
Read MoreSymphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD) can make walking or sitting difficult, and sometimes extremely painful, affecting approximately one out of four pregnant women.
Read MoreThe Happiest Doulas provide childbirth classes, labor and lactation support in metro Atlanta and St Pete / Tampa. Pregnancy and newborn photography in St Pete.
