Mommy Tips

Epidurals And Labor Pain Management | What It’s Like To Get An Epidural

Labor pain can be SO intense and there really is nothing sweeter than getting that Epidural when you need it. I had Epidurals with all three of my babes and it was great! As much as I would have liked to go natural, I just couldn't do it, and that's fine....

26 Critical Things To do In 3rd Trimester

The Third trimester has crept up on you and here you are, about to have your baby. It's a very exciting and busy time and the things you have to do to prepare seem endless. So I have created a monster list just for my readers of all the things that need to be...

Exclusive Pumping | Tips That Will Make Your Journey A Whole Lot Easier

Sometimes instead of feeding from the breast you decide to pump exclusively. It could be because of latch problems or supply problems or perhaps you just want to do it that way because that's what suits you best. Or maybe your baby was premature and cannot breastfeed,...

The Amazing Benefits Of Delayed Cord Clamping

Delayed Cord Clamping is a really good idea and the health benefits of this practice are so compelling. When your babe is born, as much as 25-60% of the fetal blood supply remains inside the placenta. Waiting to clamp the umbilical cord, for just 30-60 seconds...

15 Ways To Speed Up Labor And Delivery

Having a baby is totally exhausting and it can sure take a while. A first-time mama will labor for 12-24 hours on average. Sometimes longer. But there are things you can do before and during labor that will help make the process just a bit easier and...

9 Ways to Help Avoid Tearing During Childbirth

Tearing during childbirth is very painful and ranges in different degrees of severity. Many women birth large babies without a tear at all and others tear birthing tiny babies. It just depends on your body. There are things you can do to prevent tearing or...

Is It Braxton Hicks Or Real Contractions?

It's hard to tell when you're at the end of pregnancy if you're having real contractions. After all, Braxton Hicks can be uncomfortable just like real contractions. Braxton Hicks are practice contractions so that your body can prepare for labor, in case you weren't...

13 Ways To Cope With Labor Pain Without An Epidural

Many women are very fearful of the pain of childbirth. Yet they want to experience it as naturally as possible. After all, women are made to create and birth babies and have done it since the beginning of time. It's a great honor to experience childbirth in all...

What To Expect The First Week Home With Your Newborn

What You'll Learn In This Post: The Ride Home Can Be Rough You Will Miss The Hospital You'll Be Really Uncomfortable You'll Feel Sad And Strange You'll Be Extremely Tired Yet Energetic Breastfeeding May Be Really Difficult You Should Have...

How to Fix Flat Head And Avoid The Helmet

Babies often lay flat these days with all the things mamas use to assist them. Strollers, car seats and swings all play a role in the rise of the problem. Luckily the issue is usually very benign and can be fixed fairly easily. Nearly 50% of babies are affected...

The First 24 Hours | What To Expect Right After Delivery Of Your Baby

If you've never had a baby before you may be wondering what to expect right after you give birth. Things can move pretty quickly and it's a very exciting time. Usually, they follow a very specific routine and that's what I'll go over today so You'll know just...

How To Get Through Labor Transition Without Crying

You've gotten through most of your labor and things have really kicked up a notch. The intensity is peaking and you may want an epidural at this time. If you are wanting to give birth naturally then these will be your weakest moments. But I know you can do it,...

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