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When a pregnant person is choosing a midwife and homebirth they come to it from many directions. Some have read all the reputable studies and are wanting a reduction in interventions while others have fear of the hospital or of not being heard as an individual.

After welcoming a new baby, it can be hard (impossible?) to get to the gym. And yet, if you’re like me, healthy movement is vital to feeling good. Exercise boosts your mood and improves sleep quality, in addition to supporting physical recovery from pregnancy and birth. Because the real benefits of exercise are so great, and fitting it in during this time of life can be challenging, I designed this invigorating 10-minute workout with new moms in mind.

The birth of a child is a time filled with a variety of emotions, from excitement, joy, and bliss to the less frequently discussed anxiety, unease, and overwhelm. And while not all women experience this, many new mothers may be prone to developing an anxiety disorder after the birth.

I often get messages from my exhausted new-mom patients asking what they can do about their flagging energy. Usually they’re at the four to six-month postpartum mark and wondering why they’re still so tired. The baby is starting to sleep more, they’re exercising again, they eat well but they can’t dig their way out of feeling totally depleted.

As a parent, you may be asking yourself: will I ever sleep again? Pediatric sleep is a complicated topic; it can also be confusing and overwhelming to navigate parenthood with extreme levels of exhaustion. Do not suffer in silence and know that lack of sleep does not need to become your new norm.

The birth of your baby is an exciting time. However, when it comes to breastfeeding this can pose challenging for many moms. Although breastfeeding is natural, it does not necessarily come naturally and that’s OK! Early and regular stimulation to the breast is KEY in the first few days.

Going back to work after maternity leave can be a big transition for many women who work outside of the home. Especially for pumping milk and keeping up your supply while away from your baby.⠀To make things easier for you, we have compiled two quick checklists to help make pumping a bit smoother at work.

Those first few weeks and months (years?) can feel overwhelming for a parent. The more systems and hacks you can set up for yourself before baby arrives, the better. Here are 5 of our top tips for new moms.