When you’re preparing to meet your newborn, you don’t expect you’ll be sleeping much over the next few months. Once you’re in the trenches, however, it can feel downright unbearable. Sleep is a basic human need, and when you don’t get it, it’s impossible to function. Not only will it affect your brain, but it […]

Problems with breastfeeding can be a deeply frustrating experience. Unfortunately, most nursing moms face them at one time or another. While breastfeeding is a natural process, it can be hard to get the hang of it. Plus, your success is almost completely dependent on both your body and your newborn. Nevertheless, it can be difficult […]

You put a lot of thought into your nursery, from the decorations you’ve picked out to the books lining the shelves. This is going to be the space where your child spends much of their early years. On top of making sure it’s gorgeous, you need to make sure it’s completely safe. One of the […]

Water births are often profoundly meaningful experiences for both mamas and their babies. Hydrotherapy is not only a natural form of pain relief, but it also lets you stay in control of your delivery. By laboring in water, you can ditch the gravity and move into different positions while staying in a comfortable environment. If […]

If you stay home with your child, you already know that while this time is hugely rewarding, it can also be a little bit isolating. You get to be there for all your child’s firsts, and you can set a routine that keeps things running smoothly. While this schedule might help you thrive, it doesn’t […]