motherhood

5 Birth Doula Myths Debunked

Alright, you know you want a doula but you still have some questions and misconceptions about what a doula does and the services they can provide at your birth. Also, side bar... did you know it is World Doula Week? Here is my list of five of the top myths...

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motherhood

5 Yoga Poses to Prepare for Birth

Here are my five favorite yoga poses to prepare for birth. Well the truth is, I have lots of favorites and it was hard to choose as yoga is such a critical tool to prepare your body for birth. There are so many benefits to picking up a yoga practice...

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motherhood

Doula Work is Community Care

One of the first interviews I recorded for the podcast is with Sarah Auna (she/her)! Sarah Auna was a pivotal influence in my motherhood experience. She was my childbirth educator six years ago and completely reshaped how I viewed birth. Sarah and her co-lead Jamie introduced me to a new...

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yoga

3 Yoga Poses for a Better Night’s Sleep

Here are my favorite three yoga poses for a better night's sleep. Before becoming a mother I had a very specific time that I would do my yoga practice, at the yoga studio for an hour every day. I did not really bring my yoga practice into my day to...

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motherhood

Gift Guide: For the Postpartum Family

A simple and thoughtful gift guide for the postpartum mama and family. This is not your average gift guide with a ton of affiliate links and things “you have to have” or buy to make the experience better. These are REAL and supportive gifts you can provide that any postpartum...

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design

How to start a Montessori Toy Rotation

Overstimulated by toy clutter and mess? Yeah me too. What drew me towards Montessori in my own home was honestly the aesthetics of it all. Then, I started to learn more about the method and holistically love it so much. Montessori is a method of education for children that seeks...

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recipes

Ella’s Lactation Cookies

These lactation cookies are incredible, packed full of nutrients, low in sugar and naturally encourage lactation. The best part? They help to keep you satisfied and hunger at bay during those late night feedings. Postpartum for the first year is a marathon not a sprint and it is nice to...

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