Posts by Karina McCarthy
Postpartum Doula vs. Newborn Care Specialist: Training, Roles & Which Is Right for You
You know you want professional in-home support after your baby arrives, but where to begin? As you research your options, you’ll soon discover that there are different types of professional caregivers for new parents and babies. In this post, we’ll talk about the similarities and differences between two types of professionals for new parents: Postpartum…
Read MoreWhat Does a Postpartum Doula Do?
Bringing home a new baby is life-changing in every way. It’s joyful and tender, but it can also feel overwhelming. In those early weeks, between the late-night feedings and figuring out new routines, it’s easy to wonder how anyone does this without help. The truth is, you’re not meant to do it alone. Every parent…
Read MoreShould I Cloth Diaper? Cost, Types, Convenience, and What New Parents Need to Know
Cloth diapering has made a big comeback in recent years — and for good reason. Many parents are drawn to it for environmental benefits, cost savings, and fewer chemicals against baby’s skin. But it can also feel overwhelming: What types are best? How much laundry will it really mean? And is it worth the effort?…
Read MoreCradlewise Crib Vs Snoo Bassinet
Sleep spaces in your corners…Let’s get ready to rumble! Let’s talk about the Cradlewise Crib Vs the Snoo Bassinet. We will go over the pros, cons and what might be best for your family. First, why should you trust us? I am the queen of not trusting online sources. You never know who is getting…
Read MoreTime to Fall Back: The End to Daylight Savings Time
Time to Fall Back: The End to Daylight Savings Time Every fall in early November is the end of Daylight savings time. Time to turn back the clocks and score another hour of sleep. Sounds delightful, right? Well, it is, unless you have a child that will be waking at 5:00am and then falling asleep…
Read MoreHow to Find & Hire a CARROT-Approved Postpartum Doula Agency
CARROT Fertility is a company that works with employers to provide fertility and postpartum benefits [not to be confused with carrots, the delicious crunchy root vegetable that is high in vitamin A]. Essentially, if you are having a baby, and you work for a large company, you might want to ask if they offer CARROT…
Read MoreWhen do babies sleep through the night? Help your newborn sleep better sooner
Congratulations! If you’re reading this you probably have a new baby and are REALLY tired. Hopefully we can find the perfect balance between hope and reality as we get into when babies naturally sleep through the night! When do babies sleep through the night? Let’s talk about it. What does it mean for a baby…
Read MoreUnsafe Sleep Spaces
Hi! I’m a Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula, Sleep Consultant and safe sleep extraordinaire. You might think that all of the products on the market are safe for your baby. Unfortunately, you’d be wrong. While some products are never safe, others are fine for playtime or supervised naps but aren’t recommended for unsupervised sleep. Some…
Read MoreWhat Can Be Done for Seasonal Allergies When You’re Pregnant?
The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming and you are…Sneezing. If you’re dealing with seasonal allergies during pregnancy, you’re not alone, and you’re probably wondering what’s safe to take when you’re expecting. At Nightingale Night Nurses, we work with families from bump to baby and know how important it is for expecting parents to…
Read MoreEasy Meals to Eat While Feeding Your Baby
There are quite a few things that you’ll learn as you go during your parenting journey. One of the first might be that you are hungry all the time! Whether it be because you’re breastfeeding, pumping [a combination of both] or that you’re up at 3 a.m. formula or bottle feeding your new addition, the…
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