Sometimes I am too stubborn for my own good. This was true with how I chose to feed my babies, especially with my first baby. You see, I had bought into the belief that babies should be drinking ONLY breastmilk whenever possible, no matter what the cost. I was so strict about breastfeeding and ONLY breastfeeding that it severely impacted both my physical and mental health.
Read MoreAvoid the Google rabbit-hole and check out our list of the Top 10 things you need for feeding your newborn. We cover both breastfeeding and bottlefeeding in this post. Let us know if you have a favorite item you’d add to the list!
Read MoreAt Doulas of Raleigh, we support ALL of our clients’ feeding choices - breast, bottle, formula, a little bit of everything. Today we’re tackling questions about bottle-feeding. Introducing a bottle might sound simple, but there’s probably more to it than you know. Take a look.
Read MoreTo help kick off World Doula Week, today's blog talks about how doulas benefit everyone. Yes, everyone.
Read MoreCongrats on your choice to formula feed! You know what is the right thing for you and your family. But you may not know what exactly to expect in those early days of feeding. We've got you covered.
Read MoreRah Rah Sis Boom Bah. We say, "Postpartum," and you say..."Depression." What?! No, we want you to say "Doula!" That's because postpartum doulas are every new parent's postpartum cheerleaders and we want you all to know more about us.
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