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Oriana's Beautiful Home Birth Story

Aug 16, 2018

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When Oriana found out she was pregnant with baby number two she knew right away she would have another home birth. Giving birth naturally at home seemed to her them most normal way to give birth. Listen to her story and find out why home birth was the obvious choice for her. Continue reading

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Self Care Must Have Items for Birth

Jul 12, 2018

Written by Maria Chowdhury

...taking care of yourself during your labor and delivery and immediate postpartum period is so vitally important. Birth calls upon your strength in ways you may not have experienced before. Providing the environment for that strength to fully emerge is what self care is all about.

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Know the Difference Between a Midwife vs Doula

Jul 05, 2018

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Know the Difference Between a Midwife vs Doula

You may have heard that a doula is a huge help when delivering your baby. This is completely true, and there are even different kinds of doulas to assist you in the birth of your baby. You may also be considering a midwife for your delivery and care, which is a wonderful choice for low-risk women. However, do you know the difference between midwives and doulas? Midwives and doulas often have very similar philosophies of care, but the care they give is very different. Continue reading

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Nourishing Breastfeeding Snacks

Jul 01, 2018

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Breastfeeding nutrition does not have to be complicated. Simple, whole food, with a focus on nutrient dense ingredients, will help to give you what you need while you are healing after the birth of your baby and building your milk supply. And it can be delicious! Bon appetite to you - and your nursling! Continue reading

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Tips for Breastfeeding While Pregnant

Jun 15, 2018

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Sometimes, the first sign that you are pregnant is sore nipples. If you are still nursing your infant or toddler, those sore nipples may be extra sensitive and may cause you to question whether or not you want to continue nursing throughout your pregnancy. If you are nearing the end of your breastfeeding relationship with your current child, a pregnancy may push you to finalize weaning. However, if you want to continue nursing, there are things you can do to make the experience more comfortable for you and your baby. Continue reading

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Breastfeeding and Birth Control

Jun 05, 2018

Written by Maria Chowdhury

Although being pregnant again may be the last thing on your mind when you are first breastfeeding and getting to know your new baby, at some point you will need to consider how you will handle birth control. There are many factors to consider, and it is good to think about what you will do before you and your partner begin to engage sexually. Talking with your partner before you begin to have sex will also give you time to share what is important to both of you, how you both think and feel about the possibility of you becoming pregnant again, and what birth control options will be best. Continue reading

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Four Common Breastfeeding Problems and Solutions

May 06, 2018

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Four Common Breastfeeding Problems and Solutions

Breastfeeding doesn’t always go as smoothly as we hope. Here are 4 common breastfeeding roadblocks that may unexpectedly come up and affect your breastfeeding experience negatively. But don’t lose hope, momma, you and your nursling can work around most things and still have a wonderful breastfeeding experience. There are solutions to most breastfeeding difficulties, and we are here to help you find them. Continue reading

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Support For The First Weeks Breastfeeding

Apr 21, 2018

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Support For The First Weeks Breastfeeding

The first few weeks of breastfeeding can be overwhelming, frustrating, exhausting, and wonderfully sweet. Knowing what is normal and preparing yourself and your environment beforehand can help you immeasurably. Taking care of yourself and taking care of your baby are ideally your only jobs at first, and you and your baby deserve that golden time of rest, healing, and connection.

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Breastfeeding Sleep Benefits for New Families

Mar 22, 2018

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Breastfeeding Sleep Benefits for New Families

What if there was a way that you could get the rest you need, your baby could get the attention they need, and everyone could get a good night's sleep? Breastfeeding can help a lot when it comes to sleep. In addition to the numerous benefits to mom and baby, breastfeeding can actually help new parents to get more sleep. Continue reading

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Safe Co Sleeping with Your Baby

Mar 14, 2018

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Tired and loving parents fall asleep cuddling their babies every day. This happens even if you don’t mean for it to. Breastfeeding hormones are soothing and relaxing to the mother as well as the baby. You are snuggled in and warm with your baby, and you both drift off to sleep while your baby is breastfeeding, both of you settled into the safety and comfort you find in each other. This is totally normal and natural. Continue reading

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Herbal Remedies Blog for Women & Family Wellness

Oriana's Beautiful Home Birth Story

Self Care Must Have Items for Birth

Know the Difference Between a Midwife vs Doula

Nourishing Breastfeeding Snacks

Tips for Breastfeeding While Pregnant

Breastfeeding and Birth Control

Four Common Breastfeeding Problems and Solutions

Support For The First Weeks Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding Sleep Benefits for New Families

Safe Co Sleeping with Your Baby