It wasn't until after my first baby was born that I heard of a 'physiologic birth'. I came to understand this birth process through hypnobirthing. It seems to me that education for women about the natural process of physiologic...
I never thought I would need therapy for anxiety and depression, and although I never received an official diagnosis, all the signs were there. I felt overwhelmed, overstimulated, a sense of dread and despair, and I was terrified of being...
To start World Breastfeeding Week, I wanted to share my breastfeeding journey over the course of three pregnancies that gave me four precious children. There are many factors that make breastfeeding more or less challenging, and everyone needs to...
Going into my second pregnancy, I knew that postpartum mental health was a strong possibility for me during the fourth trimester. Having my first was a shock to every system, and the struggles we faced took me to dark...
My daughter’s birth in February 2022 brought about a few surprising experiences. I was unprepared to face them. In fact, they scared me a little ... caught me off guard. They gave me anxiety and honestly sometimes still do....
At the hospital, after delivering, with nipples too cracked to latch
You may begin your pumping journey. Make sure the flanges match!
At home with a screaming newborn with a belly to fill up
You plug in your electric pump; now grab...
We all dream of a peaceful birth. One where we feel empowered, respected, and surrounded by only those we wish to be around. Unfortunately, for many of us, that is not the case.
I had high hopes of a natural...
Childbirth is wild. I've spent some time reflecting on my most recent postpartum experience after delivering my second child, and thinking about what I've learned. I had two hospital births attended by nurse midwives, so this advice is mainly...
I’ve always been a positive, glass half full kind of girl. That’s why when Postpartum Anxiety (PPA) struck me for a second time, I was bummed beyond belief.
Where did my happiness go when my beautiful newborn daughter was staring...
I had envisioned this miraculous drug-free birth for as long as I can remember. I wanted to be able to give birth to that 9lb baby with no drugs, but my body had other plans. All three of my...
In + Around Central Mass
Mom’s Night Out at Pepe’s Dolce Bar AGAIN!
Our last MNO at Pepe's was so much fun, we're doing it again!
Are you looking for a low pressure way to meet other local...
