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:
Is Cannabis Safe to use in Pregnancy?
By Bronwyn Addico |
***This article was originally published in the Spring 2019 Issue of The Holistic Parent Magazine *** Is Cannabis Safe to Use in Pregnancy? Is cannabis safe to use in pregnancy? A question that causes many to ponder. We know and have known for many years that alcohol use is strongly discouraged during pregnancy. Lots of […]
Healing a Tough Birth – Pt 2
By Bronwyn Addico |
Here are two other steps to help you heal from a difficult birth experience. The emotions that can surround your birth can be so hard to navigate, and even more so if you feel hurt or disappointed by your birth. As you let yourself fully mourn what you had hoped for and start to renew […]
Healing a Tough Birth – Pt 1
By Bronwyn Addico |
The emotions that can surround your birth can be so hard to navigate and even more so if you feel hurt or disappointed by your experience. I applaud your bravery and courage in taking the steps to heal. As you gain a new perspective, your story will change. You will begin to see connections, understand […]
Affirmations for Birth
By Bronwyn Addico |
Affirmations can be a powerful and helpful tool to prepare for and during birth. They can keep you feeling positive, motivated, and resilient, especially during moments of uncertainty. I use them often with both my doula and COACHING clients. If using affirmations feels like it could be useful for you, I have some helpful guidelines that […]
Keep Your Baby Safe: Learn CPR
By Bronwyn Addico |
Why not give yourself some peace of mind and learn what to do in an emergency to save your child’s life. Knowing what to do and how to act if your child is choking or stops breathing, is a skill that will pay you back 10 fold should you ever need to call upon that knowledge. CPR is a life saving skill that all new parents, caregivers and grandparents should all have tucked away in their tool belts in a break in case of emergency fashion.
Your Secret Weapon for Postpartum Healing
By Bronwyn Addico |
As a labour and delivery nurse, I was fully aware that my body would go through some things when I had my first child. Even with my wealth of medical knowledge and experience teaching women, it wasn’t enough to prepare me for what I had coming. After 9 pounds of baby passes through your vagina, […]