I remember sitting in my son’s bedroom playing with him as he built with Duplo blocks. I had my sleeping newborn daughter in my arms. I was totally WINNING at this mother of 2 thing. And then my sleeping daughter woke up and started crying.
Read MoreYour baby’s first Christmas is almost here! You may be wondering what gifts to get for your baby. Take a look at our list for ideas (spoilers: it’s easier than you think to give your baby what they want).
Read MoreThe days are getting longer and the outside temps are rising! Spring is a wonderful time to get out and enjoy some activities with your baby and your toddler/preschooler! Check out our blog post to get some ideas for fun and age-appropriate Spring activites.
Read MoreSince March is Women’s History Month, we knew we had to highlight a powerhouse in the field of birth. Meet Virigina Apgar!
Read MoreIt’s 90 degrees and sunny yet again. It’s too hot to do anything but stay inside in the A/C or get into a pool, lake, or ocean. Sounds easy, right? Maybe pre-kids when you just had to get yourself ready and out the door. Now, the thought of packing up everything you need for a baby or todder for a day at the pool seems a little overwhelming. Good news! There’s plenty of ways to get your baby playing in water without ever leaving your house. Check out some of our ideas!
Read MoreWinter is here! You may be wondering how to navigate winter weather with a baby or toddler. This blog post will give you tips and tricks about how to dress baby for cold weather as well as some ideas for what to DO with a baby or toddler during those cold, winter days.
Read MoreWant to take a trip to the beach or pool but don’t know how to do that with baby in tow? Check out our 5 tips to make the outing a little easier.
Read MoreIs your brain drawing a blank when it comes to singing your little one to sleep at night? Today's Top 10 blog has got you covered.
Read MoreYou know your new baby needs sleep. Check out this blog for ways to help a newborn get to, and stay, asleep for adequate stretches.
Read MoreDid you know that 1 in 3 families have to choose between buying diapers and food? Did you know that WIC and food stamps do not cover diapers? Check out this blog on the way a Wake County program is filling the need for diapers in our community. Doulas of Raleigh is partnering with this organization to help raise awareness and increase donations.
Read MoreBaby, it's cold outside! Check out these 5 indoor activities you can do around Raleigh with your baby and toddler in tow.
Read MoreIn honor of Black Breastfeeding Week, we invited Emerald to write about her experience as a Black Mother who breastfeeds as well as her experience as a lactation support professional. Thank you, Emerald, for writing this and sharing your experiences with us.
Read MoreFind out what pregnancy and the Starbucks Unicorn Frappuccino have in common.
Read MoreOne question that every new parent asks at some point is: "Why is my baby crying?" And, unfortunately, sometimes there is no answer to that question. But we want to reassure you that all that crying is usually normal and we want to prepare you to expect it with today's blog.
Read MoreIt's Read Across America week and we just had to get in on the fun. Check out our top 5 picks for young children.
Read MoreWhat can you do when you are faced with a really big decision and don't know what to do? We always remind our clients to use their BRAIN.
Read MoreFind out how our overnight postpartum doulas can help you #getsleep.
Read MoreTGIF! Get out of the house this weekend and enjoy some fun activities around the Triangle.
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