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Reflections and guidance for your growing family.
Relationship Considerations During the Postpartum Period
The postpartum period can introduce stress to a relationship. These tips can help couples care for their partnership and find more happiness in this season of life.
How to Support New Parents: A Postpartum Doula’s Tips for Visiting After Baby Arrives
When a friend or family member has a new baby, these tips will make your visit supportive and helpful.
Resources for Families Experiencing a NICU Stay
A NICU stay for your newborn can feel overwhelming. A postpartum doula shares some resources to help new parents navigate this experience.
Managing “Sunset Sadness”: Tips from a St. Louis Postpartum Doula
New parents commonly feel sadness and dread as they head into a long night. Read more for tips from a St. Louis postpartum doula on handling this time.
Then and Now: How Newborn Parenting Practices Have Changed Over a Generation
Newborn parenting practices have changed dramatically even over one or two generations. Read more about how parenting norms have evolved, and how you can support your new grandbaby’s family.
How to Parent Without a Village: Creating Your Own Support System
We’ve all heard the expression, it takes a village. But what if your baby arrives and you find yourself yearning for a more robust community? Read more here for tips on creating your own support system.
Navigating Parenting Amidst Uncertainty
When stress is caused by uncertainty in the world, new parenting can feel extra challenging. This blog shares some tips on navigating these times.
Do I Need a Postpartum Doula?
Learn from past clients how postpartum doula support impacted their experience as new parents.
Postpartum Doulas Do That?
As a doula, I provide informational, emotional, and practical support to new parents, and those are broad categories with lots of room for flexibility in terms of what your family needs. Let’s talk about your needs!
Tips for New Grandparents: Supporting Your Growing Family
Becoming a grandparent is an unmatched experience. You’re in a unique role to offer help and support to new parents, and this blog shares some tips to do so with understanding and love.
Maternal Mental Health: Where to Turn for Help
If you are, or think you might be, experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, help is available. This blog outlines some resources that can offer support during pregnancy or your postpartum period.
How to Feed Yourself as a New Parent: Tips from a Postpartum Doula
As a new parent, finding time to eat can be a challenge. This blog shares some ideas for quick and easy snacks to keep you nourished through the day and night.
Packing List for Traveling with Your Baby
Traveling with a baby can be both exciting and stressful. This blog post will help you feel confident for your trip with a packing list for baby items you may need.
Supporting Families as a Surrogacy Doula
Families growing through surrogacy, and the gestational carriers who are part of their experiences, deserve dedicated, compassionate support. Read more about how a surrogacy doula can support you through this process.
Hospital Bag Packing List: Recommendations from a Postpartum Doula
Packing a few items in your hospital bag will make your birthing experience a little more comfortable. Read more for a full packing list from a St. Louis postpartum doula.
Recommended Books for Pregnancy, Early Parenthood, Breastfeeding, and Returning to Work
Learn more about pregnancy, breastfeeding, and parenting books recommended by a St. Louis postpartum doula.
A Trimester-by-Trimester Guide to Baby Preparations
As you prepare to meet your baby, this list will guide you through tasks that you can accomplish in each trimester.
Guest Blog: 6 Reasons Every Birthing Person Should Have a Postpartum Physical Therapy Evaluation (other than the fact that you simply deserve it!)
Pelvic floor physical therapy is an important component of postpartum recovery. Read more from Dr. Savannah Carlson, a St. Louis-based physical therapist.
Holidays With A Newborn
When you have a newborn, the holiday season can feel extra stressful. Here are some tips from a postpartum doula to manage logistics and leave room for joy.
Parenting After Infertility
Welcoming a new baby after experiencing infertility can bring a wide range of feelings and emotions. This blog shares tips and insights on navigating your postpartum period.