I live where you live. So chances are that you’ve seen the same posts in Facebook mom groups asking how to boost milk supply. You may also have seen the …
What is Curb Walking?
Your due date is almost here. Yay! You must be so excited to meet your little one. You may be ready to not be pregnant any more and you’re Googling …
What I Wish I Knew Before Getting My Epidural
So, you are considering getting an epidural when you’re in labor. Awesome! Our doulas are experienced in supporting women choosing an epidural (in addition to supporting “unmedicated” deliveries). We think …
What Color is Amniotic Fluid?
Have you ever stopped to think about your amniotic fluid? What is it composed of? Does it have a smell? What color is amniotic fluid? While the purpose of this …
Common Breastfeeding Myths Busted by a CLC
In this age of the internet, information is readily available. Add in anecdotes from well-meaning friends and family and it can be overwhelming to disseminate what is current and accurate …
BRAIN Acronym and Decision Making
You may think that you agonize over decisions now. But wait until you become a parent! The concept of agonizing decisions has taken on a whole new meaning. Our doulas …
How to Freeze Breast Milk: Common Mistakes and Must-Dos
One of the most common questions our lactation counselors are asked is regarding how to freeze breast milk. The most important thing to remember is that having a huge stash …
Haakaa vs Milkies Milk Saver | A Lactation Counselor Weighs In
If you’ve been on any of the local Facebook mom groups for any amount of time you have likely at least seen the word “haakaa”. Most, if not all, moms …
Curb Walking to Induce Labor
Maybe you heard about curb walking from a friend or saw it as part of the Miles Circuit. But can you really use curb walking to induce labor? The honest …
Don’t Roll Your Eyes at My Parenting Choices
Don’t Roll Your Eyes at My Parenting Choices And the Walmart Saga continues! Let me set the stage. The same woman who asked the names of my children (you can …
Get Through Vacation with Baby’s Sleep Intact
Let’s me set the stage: your baby is on a good sleep schedule. They know their routine and thrive on the consistency of it. You just received a text from …
When Should I Go To The Hospital?
When should I go to the hospital? I have good news and bad news. The good news: there’s no wrong or right time to go to the hospital. The bad …
What Will I Need After Giving Birth? | Postpartum Care Kit
One of the most common questions I have been asked is what a family needs for baby after s/he is born. But in all the planning we do as expecting …
Please Do Not Ask My Baby’s Name
Please Do Not Ask My Baby’s Name I was in Walmart over the weekend and a woman approached my children and I. She asked if they were twins, their ages, …
Tips for Choosing a Birth Doula in Putnam County NY
Choosing a Birth Doula in Putnam County NY If you’re reading this blog, you’re likely either pregnant or preparing to become pregnant. Meaning one of the biggest days of your …
What Do I Do With My Breast Pump When I Finish Using It?
What do I do with my breast pump when I finish using it? It is totally awesome that insurance companies are covering breast pumps since roughly 70% of women go …
Family Time is Fun but Disrupted Naps are HELL!
Family time is fun but disrupted naps are hell Summer is coming and we are all looking forward to the family BBQs and summer nights. But for parents with young …
The Truth About Nipple Confusion and What You Need to Know
“Don’t give your baby a pacifier or they will have nipple confusion!” “Wait 6 weeks to offer a bottle so your baby doesn’t develop nipple confusion.” If you’re pregnant or …
Choosing a Birth Doula in Greenwich CT
Choosing a Birth Doula in Greenwich CT The day you bring your child into the world ranks as one of the most memorable days of your life. An important factor …
Choosing a Birth Doula in Dutchess County NY
The birth of your child is one of the most important days in your life. Having a supportive birth team is an important factor in having a positive birth experience. …
Can I Give My Baby Formula with Breast Milk?
Not all mothers are able to provide their baby with breast milk, exclusively, for the first year of life. Supplementing with formula is a reality for many families. My team …
Finding a Birth Doula in Westchester NY
Perhaps the most critical factor in having a positive birth experience is finding a supportive birth team. Some members of this team you are able to choose and others you …
Do Not Ask for Vaccination Advice in Mom Groups
Do Not Ask For Vaccination Advice in Mom Groups One of the most important decisions you will make as a parent is who will be your partner in health for …
Is a Weighed Feed Helpful for Breastfeeding Success?
Best practices for breastfeeding ‘success’ are constantly evolving as more information becomes available. For example, it used to be common to advise new moms to nurse their baby for 20 …
Choosing a Cord Blood Bank in New York’s Hudson Valley
It is important that all parents make an educated decision on banking their baby’s cord blood. Parents can google “cord blood” and be on the internet for hours. My hope …
Formula Feeding Tips to Make Bottle Feeding Easier
In previous blog posts we have discussed things to consider when choosing a formula for your baby, as well as gone over safe formula preparation (I’ve linked those articles at …