Posts by Karina McCarthy
Unsafe 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 MoreShould I Cloth Diaper? Cost, Convenience, and What New Parents Need to Know
Choosing how to diaper your baby is one of those decisions that seems simple, until you dive into the details. Many families are drawn to the idea of cloth diapering for its eco-friendliness and potential cost savings, while others prefer the ease of disposables. At Nightingale Night Nurses, we support new parents no matter what…
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…
Read More2025 Baby Sleep Trends: What’s New in Newborn Care?
Trends come and go! We’re going to explore some 2025 baby sleep trends, but at the end of the day, we’ll always tie back into what is safe for newborn sleep. As a team of Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doulas, RNs, LPNs and Sleep Consultants, it’s important that we stay on the cutting edge of…
Read MoreAcid reflux in babies: signs, symptoms and treatment
Have you ever eaten Indian food and 20 minutes later you feel a burning in your upper chest and maybe even your throat? [If you’ve ever been pregnant you might have felt this every time you ate.] That sensation is “heartburn.”Heartburn is a symptom of acid reflux, which is when stomach acid makes it back…
Read MoreTypes of Cloth Diapers: What New Parents Need to Know
Thinking about cloth diapering but overwhelmed by the options? You’re not alone. Between flats, pockets, prefolds, and all-in-ones, choosing the right type of cloth diaper can feel like learning a new language. At Nightingale Night Nurses, we help new parents navigate every part of early baby care—even diaper decisions. In this guide, we’ll walk you…
Read MoreWhy You Should Babywear in the Grocery Store
Quick errands can feel like big adventures when you’ve got a baby in tow, especially the grocery store. From maneuvering carts to dodging germs and juggling a diaper bag, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where babywearing can become a game changer. At Nightingale Night Nurses, we work with families through the most hands-on stages…
Read MoreHow Nightingale Night Nurses Changed Our Parenting Experience
Nightingale Night Nurses has been supporting families since 2016! We are so grateful for all of the changes we’ve made in the lives of many. And we couldn’t do that without each and every one of our magical, amazing team of Newborn Care Specialists, Postpartum Doulas, and Night Nurses [RNs/LPNs]. While many reviews can be…
Read MoreIs My Pregnancy Test Positive? How to Read Results and What to Do Next
Is my pregnancy test positive? Taking a home pregnancy test can be a life-changing moment. Whether you’re hoping for a positive result or feeling nervous about the outcome, seeing those lines appear can leave you with a lot of questions, especially if the results are faint or unclear. At Nightingale Night Nurses, we know how…
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