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C-Section Expectations: The First Week Home
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve already checked out C-Section Expectations: The First 48 Hours, and now you’re ready to learn what to expect as you settle in at…
Understanding and Managing Postpartum Emotions
Navigating the rollercoaster of postpartum emotions can be overwhelming; there are so many feelings that come along with this new journey of motherhood. However you are feeling, whether it be…
Where to Begin with Cloth DiapersÂ
This blog post was guest-written by Elizabeth Jamie owner of Love Joy & Clean Cloth Diapering Service in Charlotte, NC. Cloth diapers can feel overwhelming at first, especially for parents…
Simple Ways to Bond with Baby Daily
As a new parent, you might struggle to think of ways to bond with your little one amidst the chaos of adjusting to parenthood. It’s perfectly normal to feel a…
Infant Formula Safety: A Parent’s Guide to Proper Handling
Are you feeding your baby infant formula and unsure where to begin with preparation and storage guidelines? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Proper formula handling is crucial for your baby’s…
Baby Carriers You’ll Love: Our Top Picks
Are you excited about babywearing but finding it a bit overwhelming to choose the perfect carrier? Don’t worry; you’re not alone! Picking the right baby carrier can be a fun…
Breastmilk Storage Guidelines
Are you breastfeeding? Storing breastmilk correctly is essential for maintaining its quality and ensuring your baby receives safe and nutritious feedings. Whether you’ve freshly expressed milk, thawed previously frozen milk,…
Postpartum Exercise: When and How to Start Safely
After giving birth, you might be eager to hop back into a fitness routine, but knowing when is the right time is crucial to your recovery process. Every woman’s postpartum…
DIY Witch Hazel Padsicles for Postpartum Recovery
Coming home from the hospital and managing postpartum discomfort after a vaginal birth can feel overwhelming, but there’s a simple solution that can offer much-needed relief—padsicles! These soothing, cooling pads…
How to Handle Visitors and Expectations Postpartum
Coming home from the hospital with your new little one can be accompanied by SO many feelings: excitement, anxiety, overwhelm, and more. Bringing a new baby home changes your entire…
Night Nurse vs. Night Nanny
When welcoming a new baby, many parents find themselves in need of extra night support, and the choice between a night nanny and a night nurse can be confusing. Both…
5 Simple Self-Care Tips for New Moms
Welcoming a new baby into your life is an amazing adventure filled with so many emotions. It’s a time of beautiful transformation, though it can bring about many changes, including…
The Incredible Benefits of Skin-to-Skin Contact
Congratulations on your new arrival! As you embark on this exciting journey of motherhood, you might be discovering just how important those first moments with your baby are. One practice…
How to Make New Mom Friends in Charlotte
Are you a new mom in Charlotte, North Carolina and looking to connect with other moms? Perhaps you’re new to the area or you’ve been here your whole life but…
Expecting Twins in Charlotte? Consider Hiring an Overnight Doula
If you’re pregnant with twins, hiring an overnight doula can be
Need to Hire a Postpartum Doula in Charlotte?
Recently moved to Charlotte and don’t have any family nearby? You might be wondering if you need postpartum support. Many new residents in Charlotte find themselves in this situation, and…
What is Carrot Fertility and How Can It Help with Postpartum Support?
Hey there, Charlotte NC parents! We know many of you are curious about insurance options for doula services or how you might get reimbursed for postpartum care. While a lot…
What does a postpartum doula really do?
What is a postpartum doula? A postpartum doula is a woman who cares for the mother and her family after the birth of a new baby. She is a wise…
Babywearing is not a fad
Babywearing is not just a trendy natural mamma fad. It is physiologically important for the health and well-being of the mother-baby pair, particularly in early postpartum. Most of us have…
Keep Your Cloth Diapers Sparkling White
Many mothers are drawn to the idea of cloth diapers until they think of washing them. How would you possibly keep cloth diapers white and get all of those stains…