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What to Expect in Labor: A Guide for Experienced Parents You’ve been through labor before, so you know the basics – but every labor is different. This guide addresses the unique considerations and expectations for parents who have previously given birth, including how subsequent labors typically differ from first-time experiences. If you what to know […]

Helping Your Newborn Adjust to Life Earthside: A Guide to Better Sleep Patterns Welcome to the wonderful, exhausting world of newborn sleep! If you’re reading this at 3 AM while your baby is wide awake and ready to party, you’re not alone. The good news? Your baby’s mixed-up days and nights are completely normal, and […]

What to Expect in Labor: A First-Time Parent’s Guide As a first-time birther, labor can feel like a complete mystery. You’ve probably read books, watched videos, and heard countless birth stories, but nothing quite prepares you for your own unique experience. This guide will walk you through what to realistically expect in labor as a […]

The Pacifier Dilemma: A Parent’s Guide to the Pros, Cons, and Perfect Timing As a new parent, you’re likely facing countless decisions about your baby’s care, and pacifier use is one that often sparks debate. Should you introduce one? When is the right time? Will it interfere with breastfeeding? This comprehensive guide examines the latest […]

Essential Pain-Relief Tools Every Pregnant Person Should Have On-Hand for Pregnancy and Labor Preparing for labor involves more than just packing a hospital bag and choosing a birth plan. Having the right pain relief tools for pregnancy and labor on hand can make a significant difference in your ability to cope with labor pain and […]

Placenta encapsulation has gained significant popularity among new mothers in the Central Valley, with many families seeking the potential benefits of consuming their placenta in capsule form. If you’re expecting and considering placenta encapsulation services in the greater Modesto area, this comprehensive guide will help you find qualified providers who can support your postpartum journey. […]

After supporting families through pregnancy and birth, I’ve learned that the placenta is truly one of nature’s most remarkable organs. Yet many expectant parents know surprisingly little about this incredible life-sustaining structure that nourishes their baby for nine months. Today, I want to share what I wish every pregnant person understood about their placenta and […]

The moment your baby takes their first breath, everything changes. But here’s what most people don’t tell you: that moment is fleeting, intense, and absolutely life-altering in ways you can’t imagine until you’re living it. I’ve been present for a wide variety of births around the Modesto area, as both a professional doula and birth […]

Hi friends! If you are in your 3rd trimester, you are probably starting to think about what to bring in your hospital bag. And if not, that’s ok. I got you!  As you approach the end of your pregnancy, you may or may not be avoiding this particular task, but trust me, if you get […]

It’s summer, your kids have found every ounce of sugar in the house, your sprinkler has been running for two hours, there is mud all over the floor, everyone is fighting, the kids have been watching TV far too long, and there are toys strewn about the room. Sound familiar? Well, if you, too, are […]