As your pregnancy has progressed, you’ve probably thought about names for your little one and started collecting things for them and decorating their nursery. It’s an exciting time! But, have you given much thought to how your baby is going to come into the world? If...
One of the most exciting things about pregnancy is actually seeing your baby during ultrasound scans. Hearing the heartbeat, the technician pointing out their little legs and arms, and even seeing your baby doing something funny like a wave is an amazing experience!...
Pregnancy is a magical time, but it may not seem like it when you’re running to the bathroom too many times a day to throw up. Morning sickness can undoubtedly put a damper on the first trimester of pregnancy – and for some mamas, even beyond. While morning sickness...
Nutrition plays a huge role in a healthy pregnancy. Not only can your diet impact how you feel during pregnancy, but it also impacts the development of your baby. Put together a pregnancy nutrition checklist to ensure you’re getting the vitamins you and your baby...
Congratulations, mama, you’re expecting a baby! This is such a wonderful time, however, you’ve probably been bombarded with advice from well-meaning friends and family members. There are so many pregnancy myths that have permeated society that just aren’t backed by...
You’re in your third trimester of pregnancy. This is the final stretch, mama! It’s totally normal to be getting anxious about the birth as well as the postpartum period. Now – while you’re still pregnant – is the perfect time to start prepping for this next phase....
Your uterus is beginning to feel as if it’s contracting. Should you go to the hospital right away, or is this false labor? You’re coming close to the nine month mark, or already there and you’re just waiting for your new little bundle to join the world. The lead up...
If you google “hospital bag checklist,” you’ll be sure to find plenty of “must have” recommendations. While most of those recommendations will be helpful, here’s the one recommendation you might not hear. Pack your Cord Blood and Cord Tissue Collection kit from...
The time is fast approaching: Soon you’re going to meet your newborn! The final month of pregnancy can be an exciting and overwhelming time. You may be feeling like you still have a ton to do before welcoming your baby. One of the things that I find helps soon-to-be...
Do you know how to properly prepare formula? What about if you need to supplement formula along with feeding breastmilk? Do you know how to navigate that? If not, I’m about to give you my recommendations and hopefully answer a lot of your questions! Do you keep...
