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Amazing Things You Can Do With Breast milk
Breastmilk is an absolutely amazing gift. We all know it's there to nourish and provide for our babies. But did you know that it has so many other uses?? There are some really interesting things you can do with breastmilk. Some are pretty weird and surprising. It's...
15 Weird But Normal Things Newborns Do
Once your baby is born you may find some unexpected things happen. You always pictured her to be tiny and perfect but when they finally come they are squishy and strange. Some really odd stuff will go on during those first few weeks, but not to worry, they are...
SIDS | How To Prevent SIDS From Happening To Your Baby
SIDS is something every new mother thinks about. It's that terrible possibility that you dread the most. I remember sitting up most of the night and watching my firstborn breathe at night so I've been there. But there are plenty of things you can do to...
Breastfeeding Tips For The First Week | Everything You Need To Know
Knowledge is power. And having the right knowledge will increase the likely hood of successful breastfeeding right from the start. Breastfeeding is a learned process for both moms and babies. Many think it just comes naturally and happens on its own, but...
Postpartum Vaginal Care | Caring For Your Vagina After Childbirth
Your vagina. She takes one hell of a beating during childbirth and it's no joke. Women always prepare for everything when having a baby but this. It just falls to the sidelines and you don't think about it too much till you're experiencing it. It really does...
Weird Pregnancy Symptoms | 23 Things About Pregnancy That No One Tells You
Pregnancy is a whirlwind of fun and excitement. It's a little different for every mama and everyone has an opinion about how it will go for you. But some surprising things happen that many don't talk about and some weird symptoms often show up that can be...
First Weeks With Newborn |13 Tips On How To Survive The First Six Weeks With Your Newborn
There's nothing harder than those first six weeks at home with your newborn. You may feel prepared but once you get home it hits you. You will feel unbelievably overwhelmed but there are plenty of things you can do to make it less scary. Here are some really...
The First Hour After Birth | What To Expect And How To Make The Most Of It
You did it! You just had your baby and it was the most amazing thing you have ever experienced. Now the moment you've been waiting for is here and they hand you your sweet baby. There really is nothing like it in the world. The feelings physically...
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...
