Why I Chose Breastfeeding — and What I Learned from Nursing Both My Daughters One of the first big decisions a new mom faces is how to feed her baby. And while it might seem simple on the surface, the emotions, opinions, and pressure around the topic can be overwhelming. Let me start by saying …
Prepare for Labor: Tools & Techniques That Help You Cope with Birth
The final weeks of pregnancy can bring a wave of emotions — excitement, anticipation, maybe even fear. As your due date approaches, one of the most empowering things you can do is prepare for labor, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally as well. Labor isn’t something to “get through” — it’s a sacred, transformative …
Baby Sleep: What to Expect in the First Year
Understanding how your baby sleep evolves — month by month If you’re a new mom googling “How much should my baby sleep?” at 3 AM… you’re not alone. Sleep is one of the biggest challenges of early parenthood. And yet, it’s also one of the least predictable aspects of having a baby. Understanding how your …
Newborn’s Hygiene: What You Need to Know When You Bring Your Baby Home
A gentle guide to caring for your newborn’s hygiene in the first weeks You’ve brought your baby home — the emotions are fresh, the love is huge, and… the questions come fast. How often do I bathe my baby?How do I clean the umbilical cord?What about nails, nose, ears? Don’t worry, mama — you’re not …
Do I Really Need a Birth Plan?
Why Creating a Birth Plan Can Help You Feel More Confident and in Control When you’re pregnant, you hear it all:“Birth never goes according to plan.”“You can’t control how labor will go.”“Just go with the flow.” And while there’s some truth to that — labor and delivery can be unpredictable — that doesn’t mean you …
Baby Milestones and Development: What to Expect in the First Year
Your month-by-month guide to baby milestones and development — tracking your little one’s growth, learning, and discoveries. Watching your baby grow and develop is one of the most magical parts of motherhood. Each coo, smile, and roll is a tiny miracle — and while every child is unique, there are some general milestones that most …
Postpartum Recovery Tips: Gentle Ways to Care for Yourself After Birth
Gentle ways to care for yourself after birth are just as important as caring for your baby — because your healing matters, too. You just brought a baby into the world.You grew a human, gave birth, and now you’re holding the sweetest, tiniest being in your arms. But while everyone is focused on the baby …
Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack for Labor and Delivery
A practical and calming Hospital Bag Checklist for moms-to-be in the U.S. As your due date approaches, one of the most empowering things you can do is pack your hospital bag. While hospitals provide the essentials, having your own carefully chosen items will help you feel more comfortable, confident, and in control of your birthing …
First Trimester Survival Guide: How to Ease Nausea and Early Pregnancy Symptoms
Simple, gentle tips for new moms on how to ease nausea and feel more like yourself during those challenging first weeks. The first trimester is a magical beginning… wrapped in a lot of not-so-magical symptoms.For many women, early pregnancy means nausea, fatigue, food aversions, sore breasts, and emotional ups and downs — all while often …
Co-Sleeping vs Crib Sleeping: What’s Best for Your Family?
Co-sleeping vs crib sleeping is a choice every family approaches differently — here’s why I chose to sleep with my babies and how it deepened our bond. One of the first big questions parents face after bringing their baby home is:Where should my baby sleep?In a crib? In a bassinet? In your bed? As with …