BE WELL BABY BLOG
How “The Happy Song” Saved the Day!
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!
Understanding Lactose Overload in Babies
Did you ever imagine your baby could get TOO much milk? It’s true! (sometimes…).
Eating Disorders and Pregnancy
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.
How To Do Perineal Massage!
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.
Colostrum Harvesting
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.
Setting Up Your Home for Postpartum
You should just be able to enjoy your sweet baby postpartum… Here are my top tips for how to set yourself up for success!
When You Are On Lovanox an Induction is Often Recommended… Why?
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.
Is Aromatherapy Safe?
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
Where Have My Glutes Gone?
We always hear about losing your glutes during pregnancy... but why does that happen? And what can we do about it?
Is Your Body Ready for Birth?
Yes, birth will happen regardless of wether or not you prepare for it. And no... you shouldn't leave it all up to chance.
Bacteria Is Not Bad!
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.
RhoGAM and Clotting: What You Need to Know
Decision fatigue is real... the long and short of it is that RhoGAM seems to be worth the minimal risk!
What I Wish I Knew When I had BV…
When I was 7 months pregnant I had this red, itching, burning sensation... It was miserable, and no one could tell me what was going on. All my tests came back negative... and then, as if nothing could get worse, my water broke early.
Smiling Can Help Manage Pain
Now, before you roll your eyes, let’s be clear: I’m not saying “Smile and your troubles will be gone!” This is actually about using a simple, science-backed tool to make your life a little bit easier when things get tough.
Exploring the Wonderful World of Placentas
There are so many things your provider will tell you about your placenta... or maybe they will tell you nothing. But I want you to know that there are a lot of things that you might hear about your placenta, and here is a cooool little outline for you to learn about all the fun things about your placenta- My 3rd placenta was the biggest placenta my midwife had every seen!!! (I attribute it to the collagen protein powder I was taking religiously but I have no evidence for that)
Let’s talk about Neuroplasticity!
Forming new habits is challenging. But why? It all comes down to neuroplasticity. The brain’s ability to reinforce thoughts and actions that are repeated, and the fact that repetition can be an incredible tool for harnessing the power of neuroplasticity.