Every first-time mom has more than a few questions about breastfeeding. Here are some of the top 15 most frequently asked questions about breastfeeding.  I had each answer reviewed by an IBCLC lactation consultant for accuracy. When Should My Milk Come In? If this is your first child you will have colostrum until your milk...

To push or not to push? What are your options in labor? The second stage of labor, commonly known as the ‘pushing stage’ (you know the one, it gets all the airtime in Hollywood labors). There is a lot of information floating around, for different methods of pushing, or no pushing at all. So I...

If you read part 1 of my blog, “How to Rock Natural Birth” – you’re already going to do so well with those simple and basic preparations! Part 2, the pro tips are for the moms that go the extra mile, and basic info isn’t enough. “Give me every tip you have!”  That’s what this...

Labor and delivery can be extremely daunting. We are counting down the days from the beginning, dreading the labor, but excited to meet our little one. But the thing is, it doesn’t have to be. Honestly, you can rock your birth so well that the fear doesn’t resonate with you anymore. As a midwife, I...

I recently asked Hannah who is a mom, a doula, a holistic coach, and much more to tell me her favorite and most glorious birth story. She had the most incredible water birth pictures that spoke volumes about her experience. Here it is in her own words. I love sharing Eden’s birth story because it...

“I don’t need a doula, I’m getting an epidural.” I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard that, and I’ve had to bite my tongue. An epidural is not suddenly going to make this an easy DIY experience. Let’s get real here for a few minutes. Don’t worry I am not going to talk...

In a day and age where we have such incredibly advanced medicine that has prevented and cured countless deaths, diseases and debilitations why in the world would someone choose to deliver their baby at home over a hospital? There are several ranging reasons but here are the top reasons I have found people would rather...

One issue that many mothers will face, especially towards the latter stages of their pregnancy is staying relaxed until it is time to give birth. Lowering the stress and anxiety is important when it comes to delivering a healthy child. The first trimester is actually the most important time to stay stress-free. Mothers who are...

10 Special Baby Shower Gift Ideas For The Most Deserving People In Your Life We all know to get diapers, binkies, little onesies, etc. But when the shower is for your best friend that’s supported you through everything? Or your partner/ wife just got pregnant? What about when your sister is finally pregnant after trying...

First of all, you have more rights in a hospital while giving birth than you probably know. Most women have no idea what is allowed, what to ask, or what to assume. That’s ok though because I am going to lay it ALL out for you so that you are so prepared, and so in...