Breastfeeding the First Week Preparing to have a baby can be pretty overwhelming, but breastfeeding doesn't have to be. Here are some tips to get you through breastfeeding the first... read more →
Baby Nurse or Postpartum Doula? First of all, what is the difference between a night postpartum doula and baby nurse? Years ago, and sometimes today, one might hear the term “baby... read more →
Interviewing Your Postpartum Doula In an earlier post I wrote about questions to ask a potential birth doula. Once you have your birth doula hired to support you through your... read more →
16 Must Have Postpartum Care Items Moms, please take the time to make sure you have what you need to be as comfortable as possible after giving birth. Self-care is... read more →
Tips to Newborn Sleep Why is it that newborn babies often sleep like little angels all day, and then turn into cranky devils by night? Well, let’s think about the environment... read more →
What should I pack for the birth? We get asked many questions as a doula service. Our clients want to make sure they are thoroughly prepared for baby’s arrival. One... read more →
Placenta Encapsulator : Questions to Ask Ashley Rainey has joined Nurtured Foundation Doula Services as not only a birth & postpartum doula and Childbirth Educator, but also as our placenta... read more →
Here is a little secret: Postpartum moms sometimes forget to eat. It’s true. One of the first things I ask my clients is, “When did you eat last?” and many... read more →
Preparing to return to work after having a baby can be a very emotional time. Typically, this is the first time mothers are entrusting their precious new child to someone... read more →
You are having twins! YAY! Twice the fun! Twice the love! Twice the stuff?!?! Not necessarily. Of course, you will need double the diapers, clothes, cribs, sheets, bottles, car seats... read more →
