What Your Doula Won't Tell You

So, you’ve hired a doula. I probably don’t need to tell you that this is one of the best decisions you have ever made. You already know that. I also don’t need to write an article about how invaluable doulas are to the current birth culture and climate in this...

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Products I Buy for My Kids But End Up Stealing for Myself

It all began innocently enough. Six years ago with baby #1 I pulled out this thing called CJ’s BUTTer after I saw redness on my babe’s bum for the very first time. It was so very chilly out and I’d been in the hospital several days. My lips were dry...

What is Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction?

Once I learned about SPD, I joined several groups online and found that some women even end up in wheelchairs before learning about SPD and ways to alleviate their pain.

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When You're Not Pregnant but All Your Friends Seem to Be

Lately, I’ve noticed a change in my circle of moms. I’ve been the expectant mom or the mom with the little ones in tow for the past 5 years. But now, things have shifted. I am not pregnant. My youngest daughter just turned 1 last week. I have several friends...

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