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Baby’s Witching Hour: Survival Strategies for Tired Parents
Why is the witching hour so hard? What is happening to newborn babies that makes them struggle in the evening hours? And which concrete steps can parents do to make it easier for their newborn (and regulate their own nervous systems) in the process?
In this blog article, I’ll walk you through the infamous ‘witching hour’ and provide practical solutions for how to get through it. You got this!
Should I Wrap My Postpartum Belly? Belly Binding Explained in a Nutshell
What is belly binding? Do I have to wrap my postpartum belly? How can it help with recovery after giving birth? And how do I bind my belly safely?
In my new blog, I’m sharing some guidance around the ancient practice of belly binding and why it may be worth considering as one of your postpartum healing tools.
Best Postpartum Foods: How to Eat after Childbirth
Which postpartum foods help us meet our nutritional needs after childbirth? What do we need to eat to promote healing and recovery? And which foods should we avoid?
In this blog article, I’m sharing my favorite tips and best postpartum foods for optimizing your postpartum nutrition.
How to Calm a Fussy Baby: 6 Foolproof Tips for New Parents
As new parents, how can we support our babies through extended periods of fussiness? What really works when our little ones seem unhappy and just can’t seem to be consoled?
In this blog, I’m tapping into my experience as mama and postpartum doula to share some foolproof strategies (and a bonus tip!) for calming a fussy baby: ruling out basic needs, incorporating movement, skin to skin, adding water, switching things up and getting outside.
Baby Sleep 101: The Truth About Co-Sleeping & Bed-Sharing
What does it mean to co-sleep or bed-share with your baby? Is there a way to co-sleep safely? And why is it considered controversial or dangerous by so many pediatricians and pediatric associations?
In this blog, I’m debunking the myths around safe baby sleep and sharing 7 guiding principles to make co-sleeping as safe as possible, should your family decide to try it out.