In this post, I highlight the benefits of red light therapy, how we use it for scar recovery, tissue healing, and musculoskeletal pain at Be Well Baby PDX and how it might be useful to you! (I also toss in how it is beneficial for your skin- because I know we are all wondering about this…)

TENS is one of those amazing tools that is recommended during birth, but so many people are either fearful or confused about what it IS, how it WORKS, and if it’s right for them! Let me help :)

Let’s talk about it.

This is common, you’re not alone and pelvic floor therapy can help!

Personal story about being due on Thanksgiving Day with my third baby. Hope you enjoy how real those emotions are! How is my cervix supposed to dilate with all these people around!?

The holidays are a magical time of year, filled with family gatherings, festive traditions, and plenty of delicious food…and for new parents, this season can also pose a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. Stress, shifting routines, and traveling can all disrupt milk supply.

Has your baby ever gone on a “nursing strike” There are many reasons this could happen, from teething to flow preference to environmental challenges… but one this is for sure- I NEVER guessed this song would make this difference in this family’s breastfeeding journey!

Did you ever imagine your baby could get TOO much milk? It’s true! (sometimes…).

Bodies are wild, and the fact that yours can grow a human is miraculous. But you don’t have to do it alone… and if you have a history of an eating disorder, it’s even more important to have guidance. Someone to walk with you through this chapter.

Where even IS the perineum?

You want me to stretch it HOW?

Read this if you want to know anything about perineal massage… I’ve also got links to oils and lubes in here if you need.

Learn everything you need to know about harvesting colostrum, including effective techniques, ideal storage methods, the benefits of collecting it before birth, and safe ways to feed it to your baby.

You should just be able to enjoy your sweet baby postpartum… Here are my top tips for how to set yourself up for success!

Today, I had a wonderful conversation with a client of mine and she mentioned her team had told her IF she were to take Lovanox, she would be switched to Heparin a month before her due date and an induction would be recommended. Whenever I hear blanket statements like this, I know I need to know more. So I did a deep dive for you.

I get a lot of questions about what is safe during pregnancy. I took what the internet had to say and distilled it here, for you. <3

We always hear about losing your glutes during pregnancy... but why does that happen? And what can we do about it?

Yes, birth will happen regardless of wether or not you prepare for it. And no... you shouldn't leave it all up to chance.

You smell a little different postpartum so your baby can find you! Bacteria is doing fascinating things to help you and your baby bond... using hand sanitizer just gets in the way, and can even be harmful to your baby's skin! Skip the sanitizer and just wash your hands.

Decision fatigue is real... the long and short of it is that RhoGAM seems to be worth the minimal risk!

Practical philosophy at its finest...