The odds are that you’ve heard about the horrors of stretch marks and pregnancy. But did you know not everyone gets them? I’m one of those women who didn’t get a single stretch mark on my belly with either of my pregnancies! Want to prevent your own? Read on for 5 Products That Actually Help Prevent Stretch Marks. ... VIEW POST
Postpartum Healing After Vaginal Birth
After navigating two totally natural vaginal births, postpartum recovery and healing can be tough. One of the best things you can do is prepare way before your childbirth with these great tips for postpartum healing after vaginal birth. ... VIEW POST
Newborn Household Essentials Stockpile
Life can be nonstop with a new baby, so making sure you have your newborn household essentials stockpile in advance is crucial! If you're a new mom you need this shopping list. ... VIEW POST
The 5 Things You Must Have for a Fast Postpartum Recovery
Congratulations on that bundle of joy, mama! The last few weeks of pregnancy are filled with so many emotions, and a big one for me was around postpartum recovery. As a first-time mom I had ZERO idea what to expect. Honestly, I was kind of terrified. If you're feeling the same and wondering "what do I need for postpartum care?" you're not alone! ... VIEW POST
What is a Doula? The Benefits To Hiring a Doula for Childbirth
Are you considering hiring a doula? Hiring a doula was one of the best decisions I made during my pregnancy. When people hear that I had a 100% natural childbirth and was in labor for 45 hours, I usually get a reaction along the lines of “Oh my God! I don’t know HOW you did that!” And honestly… I’m still not totally sure how I did it either. One thing I do know with absolute certainty is this: I couldn’t have done it without my doula. ... VIEW POST