When it comes down to being ready for labor and delivery, you really can only be so ready. You never know at what point your water may break, where you’ll be, nor do you know what each appointment might hold. Therefore, it’s never a bad idea to have a pre-packed hospital bag for labor and…
Postpartum
Top 10 Best Gifts for NICU Parents
When a friend or family member is going through a hard time, it’s natural to want to help them in any way that you can. When it comes to their kids, however, it can sometimes leave you clueless about what you can do to help. It’s one of those situations no one ever imagines being…
Postpartum Recovery Essentials for a Vaginal & Cesarean Delivery
I never in my life thought I would have a c-section delivery, but after our hemolytic anemia scare, I had no other choice! My immune system was attacking my baby, and taking him on the spot was the safest route. I find that most women, aside from the few who schedule, tend to arrive to…
The Complete Guide to Breastfeeding As a First Time Mom
When I first started breastfeeding, I was completely blindsided by how difficult it could be. You always hear moms talking about how “beautiful” of an experience it is, but no one tells you that it can be a process. I’m grateful that I didn’t have issues with supply, but I had a lot of issues…