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
Mothers are the individuals who “make it happen in the home.” We take the kids to school, cook, clean, discipline, help kids complete homework, bake cupcakes, volunteer, schedule appointments, take the kids to participate in extra-curricular activities, etc. The list goes on and on and sometimes, it feels like mom’sContinue Reading
This is a time to make sure that you are getting all of the prenatal education and medical attention required. Going to a childbirth class will give you lots of information about what goes on at each stage during pregnancy. Valuable information on the stages of pregnancy and how yourContinue Reading
There is a shortage of articles that give us valuable insight into what is going on with breastfeeding in the black community. Sometimes we just do not have many people who have the desire to share. There is a lack of breastfeeding in general in the community with few resources,Continue Reading
When do you take time out during the day to refocus? Does it occur after you have realized that you have found yourself starting to feel a little stressed, or do you head off the stress and automatically take a breather when you feel like you need to refuel? BelowContinue Reading
Black women seem to face many different hurdles when it comes to breastfeeding. One of these hurdles is the opinions of their friends and family members. About two years ago, I had a young mom around the age of twenty as a client who was very interested in breastfeeding andContinue 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