There are lots of concerns and questions about infant sleep, and that's okay and very normal. One of the things that we are asked about all of the time is: “Will my baby EVER sleep through the night?” Of course they will, AND it may take a while before this is a...
Each feeding journey will have its own unique twists and turns, and oftentimes, parents of newborns who are using bottles (whether with formula, breastmilk, or a combination) are recommended to utilize a method called paced feeding. But what is paced bottle feeding?!...
It feels really important to explicitly name who we are here to support, and at Austin and Asheville Baby Guru, that very much includes LGBTQIA+ families. We offer affirming, inclusive care for families who fall under the queer umbrella. In this article, we share our...
Postpartum care is for families of all types, circumstances, and scenarios! In our time serving families, we’ve had the honor of working with families who have experienced surrogacy, adoption, and loss, and we feel strongly that everyone who wants and needs postpartum...
At Austin & Asheville Baby Guru, we take pride in working with families of all types, and this very much includes single parents. This blog speaks directly to some of the unique needs single parents may face in the newborn days, as well as ways that postpartum...
Our three recents posts have focused on partners, and this month we are bringing it all together in a conversation about how doulas can show up for both partners. So often, the person who gave birth or the primary caregiver gets the bulk of the attention during the...
Our last blog was A Partner's Guide to Postpartum, and the one before that was all about how to support your partner as they are laboring and birthing. This month, we want to focus on you, the partner and what you need through the process. It can feel a little tough...
Last month, we wrote about how partners can support during labor and birth, and this month, we are discussing partner support during postpartum. We love for partners to feel empowered in their role. We also acknowledge that this transition is a big one, which means...
No matter where or how your family is birthing, there are many ways that partners can provide invaluable support during labor and birth. This article is meant to offer ideas, encouragement, and options for you to explore with your partner (ideally, before labor), so...
We get it! Figuring out how to pay for doula care can be tough! The list of purchases and expenses can be so looooong when you are preparing for baby. When it comes to paying for birth and postpartum care, we are passionate about people getting what they need. The...
This post was originally published in June 2019 and has been updated to offer additional resources. It's July and vacation time is upon us! New and soon-to-be parents often have questions about flying with baby, and this article offers some of our top tips for making...
With summertime temperatures and more daylight, your baby may need a few adjustments in order to be comfortable and safe for overnight sleep. Parenting requires constant adjustments, not just because your baby is constantly learning new skills, but also because each...
