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A newborn yawns and stretches inside of their hospital bassinet

Having a newborn is such a beautiful, exciting new adventure! This stage, though filled with joy, can also be incredibly challenging. Just a heads up ;). Here’s a roadmap to help you navigate the newborn stage with some actionable tips, common pitfalls, and how to handle them. Physical and Emotional Well-being 1. Sleep (or Lack […]

How to Survive the Newborn Phase

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A grandma holds her grandson and looks at him with love

So, you are looking for a doula! That is so amazing.  I absolutely recommend hiring a doula. In my experience, doctors and nurses are a lot more willing to be respectful to your birth wishes if they know you have a doula present to help advocate for you. And if you are having a home […]

Looking for a Doula in Modesto? Here are some questions you will want to ask before you hire someone!

Births, Doula Services, Local Support, Parenting Tips

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Mom breastfeeds baby in a chair

Being in many local facebook mom groups, I often see many looking for recommendations for an OBGYN in the Modesto area.  When choosing an OBGYN, its a bit of a sensitive time of your life, so you will want to find someone who provides excellent care and makes you feel comfortable. Here are five top-rated […]

OBGYN’S in Modesto, California

Births, Doula Services, Local Support

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breastfeeding baby in a hospital

Hey there! Did you know that 97% of parents seek support during their breastfeeding journey? (Lactation Network). Breastfeeding absolutely comes with its challenges. Unfortunately, though you may be given a couple of helpful tips in the hospital, you usually feel like you need more support after you are sent home. (Where did that nurse go?!?) […]

Lactation Consultants in Modesto, CA

Births, Doula Services, Local Support, Parenting Tips

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Black and white photo where mom holds new baby and looks down at him with love in her eyes

Hey there! If you are here, you are probably curious about alternative pregnancy providers in the Modesto area. Midwives are a fantastic option for anyone who is giving birth. A certified midwife is medically-trained and capable of administering medications, emergency care, and basically can do just about everything an OBGYN can do, but their primary […]

Midwives in Modesto, CA

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Grandpa kisses his brand new baby grandson in Modesto, CA

If you are pregnant and ready to see your little one, Modesto has some amazing options for 3D ultrasound. And without any further adeiu, let me share the list, which isn’t very large, so it should make it easier for you to decide! Peek-A-baby boasts a 3.9 star rating on Google, are open DAILY (9am-6pm […]

Modesto 3D Ultrasound Options

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Birth. It’s something you think about for months, maybe even years, before it happens. And then you (presumably) get pregnant, keep in the loop with your doctor, go to your checkups…. and as your pregnancy progresses, the doctor may or may not recommend getting an induction. Before you make a final decision, let me tell […]

An Induction Story…..How the Start of Birth can Affect You Forever

Births, Doula Services

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Capturing the miracle of life and the inexpressible height of emotion in the birth room is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding experiences for a photographer. As birth photographers, we are privileged to witness and document the first moments of a newborn’s life, and some may believe even more importantly, those amazing first moments when […]

The Hidden Challenges of Being a Birth Photographer

Births, Doula Services

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When I first heard the word “Doula”, I admit, I had some assumptions that were completely NOT true. Doulas do NOT offer any medical support. They do NOT deliver babies. So, what DO they do??? When it comes to childbirth, there’s an array of professionals dedicated to ensuring that both mother and baby are safe […]

What Does a Doula Do?

Births, Doula Services

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When it comes to childbirth, the mere mention of home births can stir up a range of emotions and opinions. I have even heard nurses say that they gave birth at home to all of their children before becoming nurses, and everything went beautifully, and then after becoming a nurse, they completely changed their minds. […]

Three Things that May Shift Your Perspective on Home Birth

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