Staying active during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do for your body and your baby. If you are hoping for a natural, unmedicated birth, practicing specific prenatal yoga poses can help open your pelvis, strengthen your pelvic floor, and prepare your…
If mealtime in your house has turned into a daily battleground, take a deep breath: you are not alone! Picky eating is an extremely common developmental phase for toddlers. As they grow, their growth rate slows down, meaning they aren’t as hungry, and they suddenly…
When you are in the final weeks of pregnancy, every twinge, ache, or cramp can make you wonder: “Is this it? Is the baby coming?” While movies make it look like labor always starts with a dramatic water-breaking moment in a public place, the reality…
As you enter your third trimester, the excitement (and nervous energy!) really starts to build. One of the best ways to feel prepared for the big day is to have your hospital bag packed and ready to go by week 36. But what do you…
The first year of your baby’s life is a whirlwind of growth and change. It can feel like you go to sleep with a helpless newborn and wake up with a babbling, crawling toddler! While every baby develops at their own unique pace, there is…
Choosing a name for your baby is one of the most exciting—and sometimes stressful—parts of pregnancy! This name will be with them for a lifetime, so it is completely normal to feel a lot of pressure. If you and your partner are scrolling through endless…
Nothing causes a new parent more panic than feeling their baby’s forehead and realizing it is unusually hot. While a fever can be scary, it is actually a sign that your baby’s immune system is doing its job and fighting off an infection. However, how…
Bringing a new baby home is an incredibly emotional experience. While society often paints this as a time of pure joy, the reality is that the sudden drop in hormones, combined with severe sleep deprivation, can take a heavy toll on a new mother’s mental…
Breastfeeding is a beautiful bonding experience, but worrying about milk supply is one of the most common stressors for new mothers. If you feel like your milk production needs a little boost, your diet is the best place to start! Certain foods, known as galactagogues,…