Thriving as a single parent
We talked to Erica, a mom of a three year old and the owner of a growing business, about single parenthood. She gave us an intimate and honest account of what it is really like and how she makes it […]
Yes, black moms face more challenges and yes we can change that
A poem from Simone Toomer Black History Month. And thank you kindly for the 28 of 365 to celebrate us. A nation built On our backs And in our wombs, Herstory. The wisdom of granny Shunned and outlawed. The wisdoms […]
Becoming a parent – stories from our providers
The transition to parenthood can be full of surprises, even for those parents who work in the birth world. Our wonderful interviewees Jeanette Samyn: Birth and Postpartum Doula Simone Toomer: Birth and Postpartum doula, Childbirth Educator, Lactation Counselor and La […]
8 Tips to Keep Your Relationship OFF the Road to Disaster as You Enter Parenthood
Parenthood has an impact on your relationship Entering into parenthood in a committed relationship? A black box warning for you: Having a baby will put your relationship to the test like nobody’s business. As much as you can, plan in […]
Making a Postpartum Plan
Most people who are pregnant are familiar with the idea of writing a birth plan (or more commonly “birth preferences” since truly, it’s hard to plan how labor and birth will unfold!), but too few parents-to-be think about sitting down […]
Radical self care in five simple steps
My personal journey and self care For the last four months, I set out on a bit of a challenge and adventure with my family involving travel and homeschooling. I learned so much that I wish I knew when I […]
Working mom: investing in your family, career, and yourself
The misnomer of work life balance Work life balance is a phrase that I hear a lot. When I hear it, I always imagine a scale with a stack of things on one side (work) and another stack of things […]
Expert Tips: Preparing for your birth
Michelle‘s Tips for preparing to become a parent. Becoming a parent is one of the hugest life transitions you will ever experience. Preparing for your birth is like planning a wedding. You spend a lot of time preparing to all […]
Preparing for birth: how a doula can help
Preparing for birth and the role of a birth doula Women have attended other women’s birth throughout the course of history and across cultures. Women have also supported other women, new mothers, in their recovery from childbirth. In a way, […]
Expert Tips: Getting ready for the transition into Parenthood
Jayne’s Tips for preparing to become a parent. Becoming a parent is one of the hugest life transitions you will ever experience, yet most people focus solely on their baby–not themselves. Receiving support is one of the best ways to […]