Balancing Birth To Baby Blog
Bringing the Comforts of Home into your Hospital Birth
By Bronwyn Addico |
GUEST BLOG POST FROM OUR DOULA, JESS MARTINSON When you picture giving birth, what comes to mind?Some imagine being at home, surrounded by dim lights and their closest people. Others feel safest in a hospital, with a trusty nurse by their side. Both settings can be beautiful—it all depends on your needs, your pregnancy, your […]
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 […]
Postpartum Doula Support: Cost, Duties, Day vs. Night Care & Your Top FAQs Answered
By Bronwyn Addico |
Everything You Want to Know About Postpartum Doula Support Becoming a parent is one of the biggest transitions of your life — and while everyone talks about preparing for birth, the postpartum chapter can catch families off guard. This is where a postpartum doula comes in. Below, we’re answering the most common questions parents ask […]
Signs of Jaundice in a Newborn
By Bronwyn Addico |
What It Is, How It Happens, and What You Can Do Newborn jaundice is common. Understanding how it works, how it’s detected, and how it’s managed can help you feel prepared and more confident as a parent. What Is Jaundice? Jaundice occurs when a baby’s blood has a higher level of bilirubin than usual — […]
Understanding Prenatal Tests and Screenings
By Bronwyn Addico |
Pregnancy comes with a lot of excitement — and often, a long list of tests. You may hear terms like “nuchal translucency” or “GBS swab” and wonder what they actually mean for you and your baby. At Balancing Birth to Baby, we believe that knowledge = confidence. Here’s your trimester-by-trimester guide to the most common […]
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:
Emotional Changes During Pregnancy
By Jane Hammond |
Many people have some knowledge of the physical changes that occur with pregnancy but are caught off-guard by the emotional changes that they notice in themselves or their partner. Let’s look at the emotional shifts that can occur in each trimester and some helpful hints for emotional wellness during your pregnancy.
How To Swaddle Safely
By Jane Hammond |
Here are some researched-backed ways to ensure you are swaddling safely, while you enjoy some much-needed Z’s.
4 Tips for a Beautiful VBAC
By Jane Hammond |
Are you hoping for a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean) but still having some lingering worries? Feeling overwhelmed by all the information and opinions out there on the world wide web? Check out this handy list of tips for having an awesome VBAC birth experience.
Exercise in Pregnancy: Guidelines and Top Tips
By Jane Hammond |
We all know that exercise is good for us – but do you know about the benefits of exercise during pregnancy? In the past, people were told not to start an exercise program in pregnancy if they weren’t already active, but we now know that it is usually safe to exercise during pregnancy, even if […]
Healthy Eating During Pregnancy
By Christina Iaboni |
Written by: Christina Iaboni, MHSc, RD Healthy eating is important at any stage of life. During pregnancy, it is important because the food that you eat provides the nutrients that your baby needs to baby grow and develop. Healthy eating also helps reduce the risk of pregnancy related complications such as anemia or high blood […]
Treating the spectrum of mastitis
By Jane Hammond |
Did you know that the guidelines for treating mastitis have changed? In fact, some of the new recommendations are the exact opposite of the previous ones! If you’re like me, you might be skeptical at first, especially if the old methods seemed to work for you. But the truth is, the new guidelines make more […]