What is a Non-Stress Test (NST) in Pregnancy?
There are a variety of tests that your doctor may recommend at some point during pregnancy. After 28 weeks of gestation, one of them may be the non stress test – a pregnancy screening that measures fetal heart rate and reaction to movement. It is referred to as a non-stress test because no stress is…
Helpful Recovery Steps For C-Section Healing Week by Week
What is a c-section? A c-section (cesarean delivery) is major abdominal surgery where your baby is delivered through an incision made in your abdomen and uterus. This happens when a vaginal delivery seems to be unsafe or risky. A few possible reasons a c-section might be needed include: You might be wondering… What happens if…
Should I Wear My Baby? Your Ultimate Babywearing Guide
Does your baby always want to be near you? Of course they do! That’s where babywearing comes in. Babywearing is a wonderful way to connect to your baby and be hands-free… You can have the best of both worlds— you can hold your baby, and do all the things you enjoy. There are many factors…
Coping with Morning Sickness: 3 Big Questions Answered
If you recently found out you were pregnant, you might be receiving that oh-so-wonderful first-trimester gift: Nausea. Fatigue. Toilet… Repeat. Morning sickness is not for the weak. But it sure does make you feel weak. There are so many things happening in your life-giving, miracle-producing body. And with that may come this unpleasant side-effect. What…
Will Acupuncture Help My Pregnancy Symptoms?
Pregnancy can sometimes feel like a mix of pleasure and pain. On the one hand, your body is a literal miracle machine. You’re creating new life, and my, don’t you glow! But on the other hand… Maybe the reason you’re “glowing” is from all the lovely morning sickness sweat. Or now your back is hurting,…
Baby Sleep: The Basics of Sleep Stages
No matter who you are… Sleep is important. We all need to sleep in order to revive our bodies and minds. So, if it’s vital for you as an adult, imagine the importance of good sleep for your growing baby. I know what you’re thinking though… Won’t my baby learn how to sleep on their…
Feeling Emotional About Weaning? 3 Tips to Start Your Breastfeeding Weaning Plan
You’ve worked long and hard to breastfeed your baby. For some, breastfeeding comes easy, while for others, not so much. After you manage to connect all the dots, breastfeeding still takes a large portion of your day. It takes time and energy to connect and learn your baby’s rhythm. As your baby grows and no…
Will I Make It As a Solo Parent?
Being a single parent brings parenting challenges to the next level. If you’re pregnant or just had a baby, you understand the pressure it puts on you as a single person. There’s no way around it. It’s hard. But, it’s not a bad thing. It’s important to remember that you are the best parent for…
What’s Best For My Body? Your Personal Postpartum Birth Control Guide
You’ve made it! You’re finally no longer pregnant. I know at one point you convinced yourself you’d be pregnant forever. Your baby is here, and now you can breathe a sigh of relief. But, not so fast… You’ve recently survived labor and navigated a roller coaster of emotions. Now you’re in the newborn stage…neck-deep in…
Gender Disappointment: You’re Not The Only One
For some this may be a taboo or controversial topic, but let’s go there together. We are all having a human experience and it’s okay to be authentic about our feelings. As a Mom of two amazing boys, who are now 17 and 11, these young men mean more to me than anything in the…
Is This Normal? 5 Postpartum Red Flags To Keep In Mind
The postpartum period is a magical time. You’re somewhere between recovering from a battle wound and falling in love all over again. Think: Love Actually meets Saving Private Ryan. So much love. So much pain. Sleep is basically a mythical creature and the days seem to string along like an unraveling ball of yarn. You’re…
Your Childbirth Game Changer: Learn 3 Effective Breathing Techniques For Labor
“I’m not ready to give birth….” Is this you? Does the thought of giving birth make you anxious? Not sure what to expect? Perhaps you are still recovering from a less than ideal birthing experience? Whatever the reason may be, you might be dreading your upcoming birth. I get it, there are a lot of…