Mother's Little Helper Postpartum Doula Services

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Mother's Little Helper Postpartum Doula Services

Practical and emotional support to help you make your first days home with your new little one the best they can possibly be!

01/21/2022

So many mothers are choosing to pump either exclusively or to build up their stash to return to work, and expectations can be much different than reality. This article has a lot of good information if you feel like your output is not what you feel it should be.

Milk supply normally varies somewhat throughout the day and over weeks and months. As long as baby is allowed to nurse on cue, your milk supply will accomodate baby's needs. However, when mom is pumping part-time or full-time, pumping output can become an issue due to a few factors.

01/14/2022

I just saw this and had to share because it is so ON POINT!! Why wouldn’t you want gravity to help you in this situation? It’s good to know all your options before going into labor, and hospitals do have squat bars to help get into the squatting positions.

"People thought it made sense when you see it, but because you've only seen it one way, you think it's the standard."

01/13/2022

This can be an issue for many moms during the postpartum period. One remedy I found when looking into it for a previous client was using milk of magnesia as a deodorant...and she reported that it really worked! Her tip was to leave it out in a little dish and it actually turned more into a paste to put on. If you try it, let me know if it worked for you!

Three experts explain the causes of postpartum body odor and what to do about it

12/27/2021

Life with a newborn is exhausting and unpredictable; new parents can have difficulty setting boundaries with family and friends. Here are some helpful tips on what to do (and not do!) when visiting a family and their new baby those first weeks!

Eagerly awaiting a visit with a newborn baby? Here are 16 things many new parents wish their guests knew, without wanting to offend them.

12/14/2021

Something new parents should be aware of with their new babies...a hair tourniquet is more common than you might think.

Hair can be found anywhere in your surrounding like your mouth, food and clothes. But sometimes your baby might be in trouble because of hair wrapped around their toe, finger or genitals.Read more about this problem along with reasons, diagnosis and home remedies.

11/04/2021

This is such a fantastic service! So much preparation goes in to preparing for baby and the actual birth, but most parents are woefully unprepared for the reality of the first three months home with your newborn. I hope that Check on Moms will help many moms that might be struggling.

"Check On Mom" aims to provide support to moms as they face changes, including possible postpartum depression, in the 12 weeks following delivery and after.

09/30/2021

This was announced last week, but very important in case you missed it. I know how many of my clients rely on these.

The recall comes just weeks after the Consumer Product Safety Commission warned caregivers about the risks of using the products for infant sleep due to rising cases of infant death.

08/13/2021

I think my favorite line from this was your "kids don't need you to be perfect, they need realness". No matter what you might be feeling, you are just what your child needs!

Women’s health gap: Detaching the myths from the realities is crucial for new parents

07/29/2021

Great points on what NOT to do after having your baby! And as for #19 - just nod and say, "thank you, I'll definitely think about that!" as you put the unsolicited advice right out of your mind!

Recovering from childbirth is both a physical and emotional event. So what should you not do after giving birth? Here's what you need to know.

07/13/2021

As postpartum doulas, we really are there to nuture the entire family as they welcome their new baby into the fold. This father's piece on how postpartum doulas can help the new father (whether it is the first, second, or third baby) really lays out what we provide.

By Joel B. Austin Many women hire a postpartum doula to help them after their baby is born. A postpartum doula is an individual who provides physical, emotional, and inf...

06/29/2021

In a world where Instagram and Facebook can make you feel like you are the only one not with a picture perfect postpartum period, know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Your experience is probably much more close to the norm than that carefully curated photo and caption. Here are 10 things to expect - and know that they are all normal.

Nothing makes you feel like you’re on shaky ground quite like having a brand new baby. Here are 10 things that are normal when you have a newborn.

06/06/2021

Yes, yet another thing to endure postpartum - but don't worry, it's normal and temporary!

All sorts of strange things start happening to your body postpartum, not the least of which are the dreaded postpartum night sweats. Here's how to cope.

05/20/2021

It’s so nice to be recognized for the necessary service we provide to new parents!

The resolution acknowledges the crucial work doulas provide, from giving mothers support and comfort to helping reduce the impact of racial bias.

05/10/2021

This lays out a lot of good information on why you need a postpartum doula and how to find the best one for you!

Figuring out life with a newborn can be hard. You don't have to do it alone.

04/24/2021

Have you heard of the term "matrescence"? It succinctly sums up how many moms feel - that becoming a mother does not happen the moment the baby comes into your life; it may be a joyous, but simultaneously confusing and uncertain time as well.

Becoming a mother is an extremely complicated process.

04/13/2021

Check out on Instagram - her postpartum tips are spot on! And a cart does not have to just be for nursing - any new parent can take advantage of having all their baby needs in one place, especially to reduce running up and down stairs while your body is healing!

Postpartum nurse and mom Karrie Locher shares her top tips for new parents.

03/18/2021

Babies cry. But some babies can cry a little more than others, which while most likely normal, trying to calm these babies can take a toll on the caregiver. This article gives some insight on helping to calm that fussy baby and what to do if you are feeling overwhelmed.

But fussy babies are also totally normal. Here, how to feel better (and help baby feel better), stat.

03/11/2021

I love this...becoming a mother can take so much longer than just 6 weeks or a few months. New parents out there...be gentle with yourself. It’s a marathon, not a sprint.

That are completely, 100% normal.

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