Balancing Birth To Baby Blog
Baby Sleep Advice
By Bronwyn Addico |
When I was expecting my first child, I lost count of how many times people told me “you’ll never sleep again!” Not only was that not helpful, but it was also not true. As babies get older, they can hold more food and potentially sleep longer. Until then, there are some things you can do […]
Thriving During Early Motherhood
By Bronwyn Addico |
Here are some tips, that I regularly share with postpartum mothers, to help them thrive during early motherhood. The emotional after-effects of birth and becoming a mother are huge and all-encompassing. You will be stretched in an infinite number of ways as you journey home from your birth experience to integrating your “old life” into […]
The Birth Box – Everything you need for a drug free labour in one box!
By Bronwyn Addico |
Are you planning a drug-free birth? Or are you hoping to delay pain medications as long as possible during labour? Then check out our handy birth tool kit for rent: the ‘Birth Box”. Included in the Birth Box are essential items for pain relief during labour such as a “Rebozo Scarf”, a TENS machine, massage […]
Recovering from a C-Section Delivery
By Bronwyn Addico |
Our good friend, and amazing pelvic floor specialist, Beth Albert has some great tips on recovering from a c-section birth: Every delivery is a whirlwind with seemingly endless information thrown at you. Whether your c-section was planned or not there are some pretty simple guidelines to follow that will help make your immediate and long-term recovery as […]
When You’re Waiting for Baby
By Bronwyn Addico |
How To Pass The Time While Waiting For Your Baby To Arrive As your pregnancy gets closer to your due date (or even past your due date), waiting for your baby can be a lesson in patience. With both of my pregnancies, I had pre-labour contractions (not very common) for several days before my labour […]
Mothering, Self Care, and Joy
By Bronwyn Addico |
As a mom I know how difficult it can be to juggle so much. There are more days then I care to remember where I feel all that I did was run to catch up. There are many other days when I know I spend more time yelling than speaking, more time jumping to conclusions than actually listening. I see now that it doesn't have to be this way.
When Your Baby Arrives Early: Support for Parents of a Premature Baby
By Bronwyn Addico |
You may have expected more time. More time to prepare for birth, finish work, attend a prenatal class, or simply settle into the idea that your baby would soon be here. When your baby arrives early, those expectations can change quickly. You are suddenly navigating parenthood while trying to understand what your baby needs—and what […]
Great Gifts for Expecting Families
By Jane Hammond |
Not sure what to get the expecting family in your life? Wanting something more useful or creative than another cute outfit for the baby? Look no further! Discover our curated list of thoughtful and memorable gifts for expecting and new families, featuring Canadian, local, and small businesses. All of these can work during the holiday […]
Safer Sleep for Real Nights: A Practical Guide for New Parents
By Bronwyn Addico |
It’s 3 a.m. Your baby has finally fallen asleep against you. You lower them into the bassinet, and their eyes open immediately. You try again, knowing you need sleep too. If this sounds familiar, you are not doing anything wrong. Newborns often want to be close, wake frequently, and need help settling. Safe sleep advice […]
Preparing for Labour When You’re Neurodivergent: Building a Toolkit That Works for You
By Bronwyn Addico |
Labour preparation for neurodivergent parents begins with understanding what already helps their brain and body feel safe. Explore practical sensory, communication and regulation tools that can be adapted for birth.
How to Feel Less Nervous When Supporting Your First Doula Clients
By Bronwyn Addico |
How to Feel Less Nervous When Supporting Your First Doula Clients You have completed your doula training. You have read the books, practised comfort measures, worked through client scenarios and learned about the many ways birth and postpartum experiences can unfold. Then your first client hires you—and suddenly, everything feels real. Feeling nervous before supporting […]
Grandparenting – 5 Things That Have Changed Since Having Your Babies
By Christina Iaboni |
I have always believed that knowledge is power. And how wonderful it would be for Grandparents to support and help their children blossom into amazing parents themselves, by already having the best, up to date advice to give. So here goes: