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We believe our mothers & parents make better decisions when they’re informed and confident. Our blog is here to help you do just that. Along with our candid point of view and personal stories, our blog has helpful information no matter what stage of parenting you’re in.

Making the Most Out of Your Hospital Stay

by Lacey Morgan | September 11, 2019 | Featured, Labor | 0 Comments

Hospital deliveries can be expensive, but did you know you can get more out of the experience than just the delivery of your baby? Your hospital can be a very helpful place when it comes to stocking you with supplies. Think of me as your hospital-stay-freebie guru....

Nipple Shield to help Breastfeeding?

by Lacey Morgan | September 23, 2019 | Featured, Postpartum | 0 Comments

So you’ve found yourself breastfeeding a newborn. Like many, you may have learned it is not as easy or as natural as you expected it to be. Don’t worry, you are not alone! Many women and new babies struggle with breastfeeding. This is a new relationship and your...

5 Tips to Managing the Ring of Fire

by Lacey Morgan | July 13, 2016 | Featured, Pregnancy | 2 Comments

Just when you think you know what you are in for, someone tells you about the ring of fire. Discussed here is an explanation and ways to help.

Why You WANT To Hire a New Doula

by Lacey Morgan | November 27, 2019 | Featured, Pregnancy | 0 Comments

Don't be afraid to hire a new doula. They are REALLY awesome! Just imagine: It’s 2am and the phone rings. The doula who has recently taken her training, hears it. She rolls over, sees it is you, clears her throat and cheerfully answers. She’s been anticipating your...

The Longest Day

by Lacey Morgan | October 1, 2016 | Featured, Parenting | 0 Comments

Some days wipe you out from the moment they start. Today was that day- but I loved every minute.

I Hate My Husband- 5 Tips to Surviving it

by Lacey Morgan | December 4, 2019 | Featured, Postpartum | 0 Comments

“I hate my husband.” We hear it all the time. If you are a few weeks postpartum you may be starting to feel these feelings. If you haven’t had the baby yet, you may be in luck coming across this before you hit the “ I hate my husband ” part of postpartum. The truth...

5 Tips for Pumping at Work

by Lacey Morgan | January 13, 2020 | Featured, Postpartum | 0 Comments

As an exclusive pumper of a year and a half, I have gathered some tips that may make the transition and pumping at work easier for you and your baby! First, PICK your PUMP! Start in the months before delivery if you are able to… but if it’s already too late,...

I Love My Midwives!

by Lacey Morgan | May 27, 2016 | Featured, Personal Stories, Pregnancy | 1 Comment

Your care provider is one of the most important factors in the outcome of your childbirth experience. It is important to find someone in whom you can place your trust and with whom you feel safe. People spend countless hours mulling over their car purchase,...

The Golden Hour & Newborn procedures

by Lacey Morgan | May 29, 2020 | Featured, Postpartum | 0 Comments

I want to share a story that often gets left out of most birth stories. It's about the golden hour and newborn procedures that follow. For the purpose of this article we will assume it was vaginal delivery in the hospital, but all that follows is similar after a...

Shorten your labor time

by Lacey Morgan | January 5, 2024 | Care Providers, Featured, Labor | 0 Comments

One of the biggest concerns clients mention when hiring a doula is the desire for a short labor. Did you know there are things you can look into prior to labor that may help shorten your labor time? That's right, you can help facilitate a potentially easier birth....

The Benefits of Therapy for the Journey into Motherhood

We live in a society where motherhood is an expected ideal for a woman. The unfortunate truth is that these visions in our minds and expectations from society (and often ourselves) are not reality. There is great power in talk therapy. Find out how therapy can help you or those you love.