by Allison | Nov 7, 2015 | Articles
The time when baby is first brought home is a time of adjustment for the family. Whether it’s the first baby or not, it is a time of getting to know each other. Often it can also be a time of feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do or how to do it. A...
by Allison | Oct 5, 2015 | Articles
Lactation cookies are a yummy way to support good milk supply. Of course the best way to keep the milk flowing is to nurse your baby often. 🙂 ingredients: 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 5 tablespoons brewers yeast 3 tablespoons flaxseed...
by Allison | Jul 26, 2015 | Articles
Breastfeeding or not is a personal choice that each mother makes. Sometimes it is a clear and easy decision. Sometimes it is not. Learning what the benefits of breastfeeding are can help in deciding. For baby: Stronger immunities/less illness Lower rates of type 2...
by Allison | Jul 22, 2015 | Articles
Swaddling is comforting for new babies Swaddling helps babies to settle help a baby to sleep longer at night Swaddling lowers the risk of SIDS Swaddling disrupts the moro reflex. We often refer to this reflex as the startle reflex, you know, that one where the baby...
by Allison | Jun 27, 2015 | Local Resources
Preparing siblings for a new baby helps smooth the transition for the whole family This wonderful class is led by our fantastic doula Mia Mendoza. This is a class is for children (ages 3-7) who will soon welcome a new baby into the family. In this interactive class...
