Pregnancy + Birth

How to Stay Energized During Pregnancy with Nutrition

In preparation to write an earth-shattering piece on nutrition for pregnancy, I realized the recommendations we give to pregnant women…

7 years ago

What Does a Postpartum Doula and Lactation Consultant Do?

Being an IBCLC is more than making sure that babies get their mama's breast milk. There's a very nurturing side…

7 years ago

3 Expert Tips on Empowering Expectant Moms

 1. Be Open Minded Expectant parents have a lot on their plates. From researching and interviewing pediatricians, to reading about…

7 years ago

5 Nesting Tips for First-Time Moms

Patiently awaiting the arrival of your new bundle of joy can often be easier said than done. Many soon-to-be moms…

7 years ago

6 Best Foods for Moms-to-Be

Oh, the joys of pregnancy! As soon as you announce your pregnancy, everyone under the sun, from your mother-in-law to…

7 years ago

Foods To Focus On In Each Trimester

Pregnancy is such an exciting time, but it can also be a time full of uncertainty. Proper prenatal nutrition is…

8 years ago

Kangaroo Care – Helping to Promote Successful Breastfeeding

photo courtesy of Lindsey Shipley/Lactation Link Your body is your baby's first home, and this relationship doesn’t need to end…

8 years ago

Heartburn in Pregnancy

With all of the joys that accompany pregnancy, there’s also the potential to experience some unpleasant conditions. Pregnant woman are…

8 years ago

Q&A with Elizabeth Bachner of GraceFull Birth

  This is part of a series where Elizabeth Bachner, Midwife and owner of the Gracefull Birth Center, answers questions…

8 years ago

Tips for a better C-Section

When I first discovered I'd be having a C-section, I felt frightened and overwhelmed. Like many new moms, my C-section…

8 years ago