Becky’s Blog - sharing encouragement, information, input from families, and occasionally a personal reflection
What is a Doula?
A doula is kind of like a fairy godmother, offering support to help everyone feel better.
How do we know when baby is hungry?
When we respond to a baby’s early feeding cues, the feeding may be quicker, their tummy more full, and everyone calmer.
Yoga, breathing, rest
Recovering emotionally and physically from childbirth takes at least 12 months.
What parents may really want for gifts
Moms share what gifts would be the most appreciated and most helpful
Feeling and handling mommy frustration
Frustration will undoubtedly happen. Keep it safe, and the rest can be genuinely repaired with love and teaching.
Letter to mommies at 4:00am
I am awake, and I imagine you may be too. Morning encouragements and wonderings.
Three cheers (and reasons) for skin-to-skin contact
Skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth and during infancy is a powerful way to establish breastfeeding and provide comfort offering physical and emotional benefits for both mom and baby.
MOMS Group Discussion - What is helpful advice?
With best intentions, we look for the helpful ways to support pregnant and new moms.