One thing we talk about on a daily basis is swaddling! Truly, it’s one of our favorite topics and tools to share with growing families. In this blog, we’ll share information about why swaddling works for lots of babies, a few tips and tricks, and some of our product...
There is SO. MUCH. CONTENT. out there for new parents. It’s amazing, AND it’s overwhelming. Parents often share with us that it’s difficult to choose where to start, especially as they are mindful of selecting content that aligns with and uplifts their values. Many...
Austin Baby Guru’s signature services for years has been in-home, overnight postpartum care. As our team and services have grown, we’ve been offering daytime care, as well– yay! In this blog, we will describe the ways a daytime postpartum doula can be a crucial part...
As you are preparing for birth, the to-do list can be quite long– we know. Building your support team is one of these to-dos, and, in fact, is one that we recommend prioritizing! Beyond your medical provider (your OB or midwife), some of the other providers you might...
Parents often ask what my go-to products are for the first year of life. In this article, you’ll find a number of products that Austin Baby Guru clients use and love. These items will support you and your baby in finding comfort in baby’s first months life because you...
There are lots of busy elements in the getting-ready-for-baby process. There are classes to take, baby and postpartum items to obtain, birth preferences to consider, emotional and physical changes to work through, and then some. During this process, it’s important to...
"What do I need to pack in my birth bags?!" Expectant parents have so many things on their mind-- changes happening in the body and mind, the birth plan, when to stop working, the nursery, and so on. In the midst of all of this preparation and anticipation, parents...
The journey of becoming a parent is a massive one. We don’t say this to scare you, but, instead, to support you in honoring and normalizing the bigness of this transition. We all come to parenting in different ways, but one thing that I have observed to be true for...
For many folks, the immediate postpartum period can feel very repetitive. Change diaper. Feed. Nap. Repeat. And repeat. And So on. This is normal, and we can totally understand how it can be draining for day after day to look and/or feel quite similar. There’s a ton...
Across the years, many clients have asked about collecting colostrum, so I decided to write an introductory article about it. As a postpartum doula, I can help families access information and resources, as well as do some triaging and problem-solving questions they...
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Last month, we posted about some of our favorite date night ideas for folks with new babies. This month, we want to dial it in a little more and explore ways to connect with your partner after you welcome baby into your family and why this is so important. Major Life...
What do date nights look like once baby is here?! Maybe you’ve given this a ton of thought or maybe it hasn’t crossed your mind. In any case, we’d like to offer some of our favorite date ideas because connecting with your partner is important. While dates may be a...
