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    Book Review: The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding

    The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding is about breastfeeding an infant to toddler. I profess to having avoided it for years as I have had two successful breastfeeding experiences with my children. But I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the book covers much more.
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    The Truth about Epidurals in Labour

    Its also a good idea to learn about epidurals even if you really don’t want one! Things can change rapidly in childbirth and there are sometimes reasons that your Dr. or Midwife even may suggest an epidural. The last thing anyone would ever want was to be forced to make a last minute decision without all the facts. So in true Balancing from Birth to Baby form, let us help empower you with knowledge.
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    Using Water During Labour

    How to use Water during labour It’s not just to drink! Have you thought about using water during your birth?
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    Postpartum Core Strength

    How do we stop those pesky leaks and help our abs re-approximate, or come back together, so that we can have our bodies back? Well, since deep core dysfunction is partially a result of a lack of synergy of the musculature that makes it up, we need to regain that synergy.
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    Natural Pain Management in Labour: Breathing Tips

    “Natural Pain Management” in Labour. What does that even mean? The word “natural” has been over-popularized and overused nowadays to mean something totally different than the word’s original intention. Natural pain management simply means managing your pain without the use of medication. This post’s focus is on breathing. Breathing is not only an essential part […]
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    Co-Sleeping? Bed-Sharing?

    What’s the difference? Is it safe? It seems the rules on what is safe and what is not when it comes to your baby’s sleep surface often get muddled so we are here to try to help you wade through the waters of “safe sleep” for you and your baby. Let’s start with a few […]
    When your baby arrives early: supports for parents of premature baby

    When Your Baby Arrives Early: Support for Parents of a Premature Baby

    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 […]
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    Great Gifts for Expecting Families

    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

    Safer Sleep for Real Nights: A Practical Guide for New Parents

    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

    Preparing for Labour When You’re Neurodivergent: Building a Toolkit That Works for You

    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

    How to Feel Less Nervous When Supporting Your First Doula Clients

    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 […]
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    Grandparenting – 5 Things That Have Changed Since Having Your Babies

    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: