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Why I Decided to Hire a Live-In Doula
Being pregnant with my first in my early 40's already felt daunting! My friends had babies years ago and in all honesty I never cared to be around their babies and neither my husband or I had ever cared for a baby. I spent the last 20 years being ultra career focused...
Top 5 Reasons to Hire a 24/7 Newborn Care Doula
Having a newborn is amazing, but it also can be exhausting and overwhelming. Newborns do not have a schedule and their needs can feel endless. For many people it feels like nothing can be accomplished due to the unpredictability of their needs. As the owner of one of...
Top 5 Tips for a Successful Transition After Maternity Leave
Heading back to work after you have a baby is one of the hardest things new mothers face. After having a baby we all feel tired, busy, mentally and physically exhausted, spread thin as it is, so how on earth will we have the capacity to add another full time job into...
My 4 Non-Negotiables of Exercise in the Perinatal Period for Supporting Long Term Health
As a board certified Sports Medicine Physician, I have taken care of some of the world’s most prestigious athletes… I know a thing or two about exercise. But after the birth of my first child, my whole perspective changed. I realized that exercise for moms is in...
Midwives and Birth Options in the Chicagoland Area
Hospital-based midwives, home birth, OBGYNs and family practice doctors are ALL birth options in the Chicagoland area. I can’t count the number of families that I have spoken with who did not realize they had options for their birth. Knowing the options you have for...
Prenatal Acupuncture
After conception, acupuncture and herbs can prevent miscarriage by promoting overall health and proper circulation throughout the body, ensuring that essential nutrients are passed to the baby for growth and development. Acupuncture is also effective at easing...
The Importance of Prenatal Breastfeeding Sessions with a Board Certified Lactation Consultant
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that brings about countless changes, both physically and emotionally. Among the many preparations for welcoming a new life into the world, one aspect that often garners less attention but holds immense importance is the one-on-one...
Perinatal Wellness: Self-Care from Pregnancy through the Fourth Trimester
On airplanes, when the flight team gives their safety speech they instruct you to put on your own safety mask before you put on someone else’s. You need to have enough oxygen to take care of someone else without running out. When you have a baby, however, your oxygen...
Navigating the Emotions of Motherhood: Baby Blues versus Postpartum Depression/Anxiety
Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible experience, filled with joy and excitement. However, the journey into motherhood can also be emotionally overwhelming. As a new mother, it's natural to experience a range of emotions, but distinguishing between the...