I often ask my childbirth classes how COVID has changed being pregnant for them. What I’m wondering is how their experience of being pregnant has been different for them because …
Sporting cute fall pregnancy shirts is a fun way to keep the challenges of pregnancy in check. Not everything needs to be so serious! Whether you’re looking for a halloween …
At every birth, no matter what, there’s a dynamic that catches new parents off guard. Parents that have been there, done that, know all too well what this is. And …
As a childbirth instructor, I am fascinated by pain, our responses to it, and how to make painful experiences better. Because of this, I have found many, many ways to …
Did you know that there are three go-to spots to relax on the body that doulas and other birth professionals target for pain relief during childbirth? Why is relaxation during birth …
Many first time parents wonder what a peri bottle is used for and if they should buy one in preparation for the postpartum period. In this blog post I hope …
I love bible verses for kids that teach children about who God is, who they are according to their creator, and their purpose in life. Who Am I? The children …
I’ve seen a handful of articles floating around on the interwebs saying that during delivery, women don’t have to push. This is not helpful information! Based on my experience in …
Vomiting during labor sounds pretty awful. I mean, it’s kinda like getting kicked when you’re already down. No mother is excited to hear that throwing up during childbirth can be …
Whether you are a homebody by nature or just looking for a diverting activity to keep things fresh, these 40 at-home activities for pregnancy will keep the mind, body, and …
No woman should have to give birth alone. However, sometimes life just deals us a bad hand and unfortunately, new parents are not exempt. If, for whatever reason, you need …
Anxiety during pregnancy can manifest itself in many ways – headaches, fatigue, poor appetite/diet, lack of sleep, irritability, etc. During pregnancy we should strive for peace in our minds, bodies, …
Becoming a parent can feel daunting at times, especially when parents realize their new arrivals did not come with instruction manuals. While not quite as cute, the arrival of the coronavirus …