November is, traditionally, a month where in America we celebrate a day of Thanksgiving. We gather with loved ones, over indulge in food, and then turn around the next day and frantically shop all the sales. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong about a good sale! But what if our “attitude of gratitude” didn’t…
Hi friends! My name is Diana Welham and I’m an LA based yoga instructor and new mom to a sweet baby girl. As this month is National Yoga Month I wanted to share a bit about my journey with yoga and how it’s evolved since having a child. I’ll also be sharing my favorite poses…
Jump to a Section: Set up a breastfeeding station Have a lactation consultant on speed dial Rest (and then rest some more) Ask for support Center pleasure as much as you can Do at least one thing per day just for you Breastfeeding is well…a lot. Even if the latch is great, milk is…
Having a baby is a beautiful and exciting stage of anyone’s life. However, it can be taxing emotionally and physically for your partner. We can read all the books and attend all the courses, but sometimes there are just the things no one tells you. Your partner will need all the help they can get,…
At LUMO we joke that becoming a parent is the most ordinary/extraordinary experience a human can have. It’s been done a gajillion times over, all over the world by bazillions of people, but each and every occurrence is unique. Certainly there can be an experiential resemblance, and those experiences can connect us, but overall the…
Jump to a Section: Important Things to Note Formula Alternatives FAQ’s Additional Resources How You Can Help The current formula shortage has been a major stress point for families everywhere as so many little ones rely on formula to receive vital nutrition. If this is you, we want to provide support and resources to get…
It’s not uncommon for expecting parents to consider (ruminate over, perseverate on, agitate in…?) how their identity will fare when “me” becomes “we.” At LUMO we’ve had thousands of conversations with clients about this very topic. And, while we can’t promise we’ve heard it all, we’ve definitely been privy to quite a mélange. We’ve heard:…
Jump to a Section: Baby Blues or PPD? What is Postpartum Depression? Primary Signs of Postpartum Depression What to Do if You Suspect You Have PPD The Perfect Carrier for You How to Help Someone with Postpartum Depression PPD Support Groups As of just a few years ago, research suggests 20% of new mothers develop…
Parents: Decoding the Importance of Asking for Help – What It Reveals About You What does asking for help mean about you? Well… It means you need help. And, if you’re a parent, it means you probably need more help than you’re actually asking for. There is great importance of asking for help. We’ve said…
Jump to a Section: State of Mental Health Teva Johnstone | Neuroconsious Therapist Destini Ann | Respectful Parenting, ADHD, Trauma Natalie Brunswick | Highly Sensitive Family When it comes to Mental Health, our society is making a lot of progress is how we discuss the topics, address the issues, and remove the stigmas associated with…