Pregnancy + Birth

Every Mother Counts: Grayson’s Birth Story

When I found out I was pregnant I was fairly certain that my plans on ever having a natural birth…

12 years ago

Every Mother Counts: Marcella’s Birth Story

My beautiful Marcella was born in the early morning hours on a Spring morning. This is her story. I awoke…

12 years ago

Every Mother Counts…Share Your Birth Story

  Make It Count Hundreds of thousands of women die from pregnancy-related complications each year. 90% of these deaths are…

12 years ago

Pregnancy: A Few Things I Wish Someone Told Me

At 37 weeks, I’m considered full term. This means that even though I’m not due until October, my baby could…

12 years ago

Most Used Registry Items

It has been almost three months since Edith arrived and as most new parents will tell you time is quickly…

12 years ago

Advice From a Mamma-to-Be on Taking Advice on Being a Mamma

When I got engaged, it seemed everyone felt the need to share their opinions on how to be a wife.…

12 years ago

Ten Things Every New Mom Should Know

When I was a first time mom, I got a lot of advice. I even got advice about people's advice!…

12 years ago

Two Under Two

It was just about five months ago now that my husband and I stood peering at two very positive lines…

12 years ago

Happy Breastfeeding Awareness Month!

In honor of World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month, I wanted to compile my tips for a successful breastfeeding relationship.  As a postpartum doula and lactation…

12 years ago

Staying Fit and Eating Healthy During Pregnancy

During the first trimester, staying fit and eating healthy can be a real challenge due to all of the hormonal…

12 years ago