The fourth trimester, those first tender 12 weeks after birth can be described as raw, beautiful, overwhelming, and transformative all at once. It’s a time of adjustment for your baby and for you. And when …
Breastfeeding in the Fourth Trimester
What I Wish Every Parent Knew Before Their Baby Arrives
Over years of supporting new families through feeding, sleep, and the emotional intensity of early parenthood, there are a few things I wish every parent knew before their baby arrives. These truths aren’t about doing things a …
Coping with sleep deprivation as new parents
Coping with sleep deprivation as new parents can be challenging to navigate, especially if you don’t have a support network of family or friends nearby to call upon. It is often both expected and accepted …
Connection: The foundation of humanity
Connection through responsive parenting is the way to create a secure attachment with your baby. From the moment a baby enters the world, they come biologically primed for connection. The earliest relationships between a newborn …
Preparing for Breastfeeding: what to do before your baby arrives
When I had my eldest, I thought I was prepared for the feeding side of things. I had been a Midwife for 7 years, supported countless families to breastfeed their own babies and had attended …