Posts by Kristin Smith
What is the difference between a birth doula and a postpartum doula?
Are lots of people telling you to hire a doula? They’re not wrong – doulas have a strong track record of helping parents have better birth and postpartum experiences. But when you start to dig into the question ‘what is a doula?‘, you quickly find that there’s not one simple answer. There are lots of…
Read MoreTips for your first walk with your newborn in a stroller
As a new parent, some milestones take you by surprise. Your first stroller ride with a newborn is one of them. Suddenly, that stroller that’s sat empty since your baby shower is ready to have a tiny person in it! So, how can you prepare for your first stroller walk with a newborn? Read on…
Read More10 Creative Mother’s Day Ideas
Being a mom takes a whole lot of energy, patience, and love. On Mother’s Day, you want to show the Mom in your life that you love and appreciate her. Whether it’s her first Mother’s Day or her 30th, you want this special day to be memorable. But… it’s getting down to the wire, and…
Read MoreMother’s Day Events in Boston 2023
Mother’s Day 2023 is just around the corner. Want to make this year extra special? There are tons of great things to do in Boston on Mother’s Day. From themed brunches to family parades to live comedy, there’s something for every kind of mom. Read on to learn about Mother’s Day events in Boston in…
Read MoreMother’s Day Events in CT 2023
Mother’s Day 2023 is just around the corner. Want to make this year extra special? There are tons of great things to do in Connecticut on Mother’s Day. From special brunches to crafting events to live music, there’s something for every kind of mom. Read on to learn about Mother’s Day events in CT in…
Read MoreSleep Tips for Traveling with a Baby
Are you planning to travel with your baby? Traveling with a baby can feel overwhelming, particularly when it comes to sleep. A lot of parents wonder how their baby will sleep while away from home. Don’t stress! It’s totally possible for your baby to sleep well while traveling. Read on for our top sleep tips…
Read MoreWhat is a dream feed?
There’s a lot to learn about infant sleep! New parents have to navigate a lot of new information, research, and philosophies when learning about infant sleep. One term that’s new for many parents is called a “dream feed.” What is a dream feed? Let’s find out! Feeding a sleeping baby Simply put, a “dream feed”…
Read MoreHow to create an ideal sleep environment for your baby
Are you wondering how to create an ideal sleep environment for your baby? You’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’ll share the three main components needed to foster a healthy sleep space. Spoiler, these tips usually work wonders for children and adults, too! Temperature Room temperature plays a key role in fostering…
Read MoreWhat your doula wants you to know about birth
World Doula Day is coming up! Doulas dedicate their lives to supporting new parents. Birth doulas are on-call to be with laboring parents at the drop of a hat, anytime of day or night. It takes a special type of person to be a doula, and a strong passion for birth is a given. Doulas…
Read MoreHow doulas support partners
World Doula Week is coming up soon, from March 22nd-28th 2023. In honor of doulas worldwide, we’ll be taking a deep dive into the work that doulas do this month on the blog. If you’re wondering “what is a doula?”, start here to learn more about the different types of doulas. In essence, a doula…
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