Doulas are incredibly helpful for moms through the childbirth experience, but many women cannot afford their services. One nonprofit in Brooklyn created by Chanel Porchia is focused on making sure all women have access to birth help no matter what their income level is. Ancient Song Doula Services has never turned down a single person for help since they opened
Read moreIn this Ask Anne from Breastfeeding Basics, a concerned mother wonders why her baby won’t burp after feeding. There are many factors that contribute to how much babies burp, including the age of the baby and how heavy the flow of milk is. Even the position the baby is in while feeding can make a difference in the amount of
Read moreBabies are constantly encountering new things they’ve never seen before, and sometimes those things are a little scary. This funny article from the Baby Center lists a bunch of silly toddler phobias, like freaking out when encountering grass for the first time and hiding from department store mannequins. To be fair they kind of creep me out too! There’s even
Read moreA meteorologist for Global News in Canada, Kristi Gordon has recently received hate mail for wearing “revealing” clothing while on the job, even though she dressed professionally. The anonymous letters without return addresses requested she take time off for being “gross” and looking like “a hussy.” It’s obvious these people have a serious problem with seeing a pregnant body and
Read moreBabies and breastfeeding go together like ducks and water, but many moms still have trouble getting their babies to feed from the breast, especially during the first week. An interactive program called Natural Breastfeeding has been developed to address breastfeeding issues with a natural solution for all expectant mothers. Babies are born with an “internal GPS” and know how to
Read moreNo two babies nurse exactly the same, and that makes following advice difficult if your situation doesn’t fit what’s normal or average. One concerned mother asked Anne at Breastfeeding Basics if she was feeding her newborn often enough, and her answer was simple – if the baby is gaining weight and relieving himself regularly there’s nothing to worry about! Read
Read moreWe all know how babies are made, but that epic romp between the sheets is going to be a much more difficult game to play once baby comes on the scene! This hilarious and true-to-life article from Scary Mommy describes 5 stages your sexual life might go through, starting with your first contractions and ending with baby fever! Read the
Read moreRecently Texas mom Morgan Riley was confronted by management for breastfeeding her 7-month old baby at a skating rink. She was told to either cover up or go to a private room, but refused to do so because she had another older child with her at the rink and couldn’t leave. Texas law allows mothers to breastfeed wherever they are,
Read moreRecently a study published by the medical journal Pediatrics revealed that at least 40 percent of moms are feeding their babies solid food before they should, which can lead to problems with allergies, and eczema, and could also be linked to a higher risk of obesity and diabetes. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends not feeding solids until babies are
Read moreHaving a baby is an overwhelming experience. The actual act of childbirth is hard enough, but the weeks afterward are difficult too. This article by Karen Alpert on Scary Mommy is a great read, especially if you’re new to this whole baby thing. There will be moments of joy and moments of hardship. Do the best you can and never
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