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Three Reasons Why Postpartum Support Is Not Just For Mothers
I once got the sweetest client feedback when a new father wrote: “You helped me to find the bond with my son.” I don’t mean to imply that men cannot do this on their own, but, for this particular father I was able to help him build his confidence in that bond. How did this…
6 Tips for Tough Parenting Moments
When our children’s emotions are running high, often ours are not far behind. Here are some gentle reminders for those moments when you are all having a hard time. 1. Trust that children are trying to express a need with their behavior, not manipulate you. 2. When a child’s behavior goes off track, try getting…
Lightbulb Moment At The Kitchen Sink, Or, How I Became A Doula
How I Became A Postpartum Doula “How did you become a doula?” Many of my new clients ask me this. I always tell them about my trip to Seattle to visit my brother and his family after their second baby was born. I loved playing with my older nephew, talking with my brother and…
Postpartum Tip Roundup: Planning For Life With New Babies
Searching Google images for “plan for baby” brings up hundreds of images of baby showers and toys. A search for “postpartum plan” yields exercise plans. While I don’t want to downplay the importance of baby showers and exercise, these search results are a sad reflection of how little idea we have of what to expect…
10 Steps For Writing A Meaningful Birth Plan That Doctors Will Actually Have Time to Read
For the major life event of childbirth, filling out a pre-made form as a plan may not be enough for you. It’s your body, your mind and your birth. Every woman approaches childbirth in her own way. If you are a “planner,” then filling out a pre-made birth plan form may not feel like enough…
Parenting: The Eternal Present
This morning I posted a reflection: “I love peonies. I love how they show their displeasure for years after a transplant. I love how they remind me of my childhood backyard. I love how each year when he was little, my son would call them something different: ‘peo-nannies’ and ‘Europeanies.’ Looking forward to this year’s…
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