Welcome into the world little oneI’ve waited for this very moment toplace you upon my skin so you couldfeel all my love flowing from within.Night after night I felt your tiny kicksbut there will come a time when youthrow little fits, especially when it’sfeeding time, changing time, or whenyou justContinue Reading
Breastfeeding is one of the most precious gifts that a mother can give to her baby. It prepares the baby to be a healthy individual and establishes a strong bond. There are health benefits for mom just as well. In Today’s world the stress of everyday living and dealing withContinue Reading
Dads, whether you know it or not, the time you spend with your little one is priceless! Holding your sweet little one provides them with the security and love needed for healthy growth and development. Whenever you can, give hugs, read books, color pictures, dance, and most of all, letContinue Reading
Postpartum stress can derail a mother’s well planned day. Taking care of baby while daddy is at work can often feel overwhelming, especially when baby cannot be consoled. Call a friend to assist so you can take a break. Don’t go it alone. You need just as much care asContinue Reading
Midwives have the ability to play an important role in the birthing process. They have many different skills and abilities that allow them to help bring babies into the world. Midwives were once a frontrunner when it came to delivering babies many years ago, especially in the black community. SheContinue Reading
There are steps you can take to help you organize your life while parenting. Some basic tips that can be very helpful throughout every stage of parenting can be organizing for the week ahead whether or not you are a working mom or a stay at home mom. These tipsContinue Reading
Having a postpartum doula can be a positive experience for the breastfeeding mother and her family. The postpartum doula can assist with breastfeeding, meal preparation, newborn care, and help with siblings, etc. It would be wise for the family to communicate with the doula before delivery so that she canContinue Reading
A birthing plan is information that you put together in a document that explains your desires and wishes for the birth of your baby. It is a message so to speak to those in the hospital who will be working with you to make sure you have your desired deliveryContinue Reading
Tips for Baby One of the biggest tips that I hear moms share with each other when it comes to caring for our babies is to always have clean clothes! Babies spit up, poopie and wet on them, and not to mention drool! These things happen and it is lifeContinue Reading
Making sure that your baby is immunized will help protect against childhood diseases. Many years ago we had a high rate of infant mortality (infant death), but thanks to modern technology we are able to help fight against infections that occur today. Organizations such as the CDC have established guidelinesContinue Reading