The other day at a prenatal meeting a partner asked us the best question ever. What should I do for my wife once I have to go back to work. So we compiled a list of our most appreciated gestures you can do for her anytime once baby has arrived. MAKE FOOD, FOOD, &...
I love using books as a way to tackle big topics with children. Children see themselves in the characters and books can answer questions, as well as create an opportunity for discussion as a family. Here are my favorite books to read with your older children when you...
Celebrating the holidays with children in Chicago is a blast with so many options! Most people already know about the Christkindlmarket and Lincoln Park’s Zoo Lights. So, we wanted to share our doulas favorite hidden gems. Museum of Science and Industry...
Based on a recent “Candy Confessions” survey from Crest, 86% of parents eat extra Halloween candy that was given to their child while trick-or-treating! I am not sure if that’s better or worse than them eating it. We have 3 kids in our house and that adds up to...
Why hire an overnight doula? Nighttime can be the hardest part for a postpartum family. Babies wake up and want to eat every 2-3 hours. They may stay up longer to be burped, changed, held, or rocked back to sleep. Parents are exhausted! An overnight doula can help you...
(Did someone say DATE NIGHT) Summer Dance We love dancing under the stars! Each Summer the Spirit of Music Garden in Grant Park blossoms into an urban dance space. The night starts out with dance lessons and then moves into and open dance party. Each night is...
