From fertility, to pregnancy, to birth, to postpartum and everything in between, the birth boss blog covers all elements of care, with a focus on traditional wellness. Thank you for learning with us!
PREGNANCY | BIRTH | POSTPARTUM | FERTILITY
One of the absolute best ways to prep for postpartum is to spend some time stocking your freezer with nutrient-dense meals that take the pressure off when baby arrives. Having a freezer full of done-for-you meals means less grocery shopping, less food prep, and less cooking with a newborn – yes please!
Read MoreWhether you’re looking to deal with pain management, infection prevention, inducing milk supply, mood-boosting, healing perineal trauma, or aiding with troubled sleep - there is a herbal solution for each of these postpartum woes.
Read MoreI like to think of postpartum bleeding as a reminder for us to slow down and nurture our bodies & babies during the postpartum period.
Read MoreYou’ve stocked the pantry with your favourite one-handed snacks, the diaper station is set up, your lactation tea is ready to go. But what happens when you have to leave the house for the first time, and you’re feeling anything but ready to put on something other than a robe and fuzzy slippers?
Read MoreSitz baths, herbal soaks, and peri-bottles, oh my! Here’s why you should consider using herbs in your fourth trimester.
Read MoreThere is a lot of information about there that shows that eating healthy and hydrating can boost milk production, so when it comes to weaning, doing it in a ‘healthy’ way can put out some conflicting messages. As a lactation-trained doula, I’ve seen many tricks in practice.
Read MoreVaginal what now? No, this doesn’t involve growing things out of your nether regions but is actually about providing your newborn with healthy bacteria after a c-section.
Read MoreBaby-wearing is one great method to accomplish your mamahood tasks without engaging your core as much as lifting and holding your babe in your arms would. Whether you are planning a Cesarean, recently had one, or are planning ahead just in case, this blog post is for you.
Read MoreCoffee is such a crutch for many new parents who want to avoid feeling like a zombie after a restless night. But the caffeine content might not be the best way to recover from your night feeds, and in fact, can cause even more hormonal craziness than what you’re already facing in the postpartum period. This post isn’t to make you feel even more mom shame, because coffee is a staple for most of us. Instead, I’ve gathered a post of nutritious alternatives to get your morning energy back, because we can’t always get a full night of zzzs with a little one in the house.
Read MoreIt’s finally happened. Your baby has gone to sleep, your partner is dozing away, you’ve tucked yourself in and boom - nothing. All you’ve been talking about is how exhausted you are, and when the moment comes around, your brain has a million tabs open and you can’t seem to hit the off button. Read these tips to catch up on your zzzs with a little one at home.
Read MoreIn the birth space, there is so much pressure on your partner. Bringing a doula onto your birthing team can help take some of that pressure off your partner’s shoulders. Despite all the benefits, some partners might feel nervous about bringing in a plus one, wondering what their job will be with someone else in the room. Thinking about hiring a doula but your partner is still a little uneasy? Send over this article with 5 reasons that doulas and dads are the BEST teammates on your birthing team.
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