Local Parenting Resources

Helpful Tips from your Postpartum Experts

Parenting isn’t a solo act, even if it feels that way at 2 a.m. when the baby won’t sleep or your toddler’s melting down in the grocery aisle. In this section, you’ll find local voices, trusted guides, and real-deal resources that make raising kids in your community a little easier. From birth doulas and lactation consultants to playgrounds, preschools, and support groups, these posts help you connect the dots—and the people—who can walk beside you. We share stories of parents finding their village, navigating hard seasons, and learning that asking for help is its own kind of strength. However your family looks, you belong here, right in the heart of your local parenting network.

Where to Celebrate Father’s Day in New York City

If you're celebrating your first Father's Day or your 50th, there are plenty of fun, memorable ways to plan a special day in New York City for the dad in your life. Whether you're just visiting NYC or you live in Manhattan, Brooklyn, elsewhere in New York, or even northern...

Where to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Phoenix, AZ

Calling all Phoenix, AZ parents! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12, 2024. It's time to brainstorm how to celebrate Mom. Thankfully, there a variety of wonderful options to celebrate Mother's Day in Phoenix this year. From lavish brunch buffets to relaxing spa retreats, in this post we'll share some of...

Newborn Care Specialist vs. New York City Baby Nurse

Are you looking for overnight newborn care from a baby nurse in New York City? Are you curious about overnight newborn care, and want to understand the differences between different types of newborn caregivers? Whether you live in Manhattan, Brooklyn, elsewhere in New York, or even northern New Jersey, You've...

How to Keep Your Baby Warm in a Stroller in NYC

Are you having a baby in New York City this winter? [How about Chicago, Portland or Boston?] New York City winters can be beautiful...but sometimes also brutal; especially when it comes to keeping your baby warm in a stroller during outdoor walks. Keeping your baby warm in any cold climate...

How to Find a Postpartum Doula in Connecticut

Looking for a Postpartum Doula in Connecticut? Are you considering different types of postpartum care, such as the differences between a Newborn Care Specialist, Postpartum Doula and even a "baby nurse"? Let's explore ways to find a Postpartum Doula in CT, and how to know which kind of support is...

How to Pay Your Nanny Legally in Connecticut

If you're hiring a nanny in Connecticut, it's important to pay them legally by following the state's payroll and tax laws. Failing to do so can result in legal and financial repercussions down the line. In this blog post, we'll discuss steps you can take to ensure you know how...

How to Pay Your Nanny Legally in RI

Are you hiring a nanny in Rhode Island? Whether you live in downtown Providence or in a surrounding city or twon, It's important to understand your legal and tax requirements in order to know how to pay your nanny legally in RI. Paying your nanny "under the table" or failing...

How to Pay Your Nanny Legally in MA

Are you hiring a nanny in Massachusetts? If you're considering working with a nanny, it's important to know how to pay your nanny legally in MA to avoid any legal or financial issues down the line. Understanding nanny tax requirements and nanny industry standards is essential before signing a contract...

Night Nurse Cost in Connecticut

If you're a new or expecting parent in Connecticut, you may be wondering about the cost of hiring a night nurse. A night nurse can be of great benefit for parents who are struggling with sleep deprivation, are looking for support, or are just wanting to learn more about their...

New Dad Groups in Massachusetts

Community is so important as a parent. But many new parents today lack that essential network. Raising a baby without peers and mentors is incredibly difficult, and often lonely. This can hit new fathers especially hard when our culture expects them to jump right into this huge new role without...

Helpful tips from your team at Well Supported Family.

Expert postpartum and newborn advice you can trust.

Since 2016, Well Supported Family has provided newborn care to thousands of families. Our team of certified Postpartum Doulas and Newborn Care Specialists offer daytime, overnight, and 24/7 in-home support across 12 U.S. states. Whether you're recovering from birth, establishing feeding routines, or just trying to get more sleep, we're here to help—one family at a time.

Want to explore in-home care for your new family? Reach out today.