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.

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The challenges of being a single dad

Single parenting is tough no matter your situation, but raising kids as a single dad has a whole set of problems in itself. The number of single father homes has risen substantially since the 1960s and continues to gain ground. But despite greater social acceptance, solo dads still struggle with...
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Why is it more likely for babies to arrive in September?

We've heard two jokes on clustered baby due dates from our clients: November (9 months after Valentine's Day) 9 months after dad's birthday (ha) But now there's new research indicating that September might be the most logical time for us to see more babies. Before we get into the why, let's set...
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Boston Childproofing Recommendations

We get asked about childproofing recommendations all the time. Infrequently it's "Why should I do that?" or "What's the value of it?" and much more frequently (logically) it's "Do you know anyone good who can help?" Childproofing can be a source of great stress at two specific times in a...
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The best springtime Boston activities for kids

Spring has sprung! Time to make a little list of kid-friendly activities in the Boston area. First, and most obvious: If it's nice, get outside. The kids will like it and Vitamin D benefits everyone. Netflix can be tempting, of course, but don't stay inside on a beautiful Boston spring day....
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How to install a car seat (and where to do it around Boston)

This post will take two tracks. First, we're going to discuss how to install a car seat properly, and then we're going to list some places in Boston and Metro West that will do it. Ready? Let's go. How to install a car seat properly I feel like the DMV's...
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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.

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