How many times a day have you looked at your new baby, looked around your home, and crucified yourself because you are not a perfect mom? How many times a day do you beat yourself up because this new parenthood thing is SO different from how you imagined it would be? We see you. And we’ve got something we need to say to you.
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 MoreDoes your return to work after maternity leave have you feeling anxious? Take a look at our tips to help you make a smooth transistion from maternity leave to going back to the office.
Read MoreWhat could you do with a full night of restful, deep sleep? Would you be more patient with your older kids and your partner? Would you have the energy to do more of what you wanted to do? Would you be able to ____ (fill in the blank)? It’s time to fill in those blanks and actually get more sleep. We make it happen with our overnight postpartum doulas.
Read MoreWhat to do when you find out your baby is breech…
Read MoreCheck out our suggestions for swimwear while pregnant…spoiler alert: anything you want!
Read MoreDid ending your breastfeeding relationship with your baby come with some big, unexpected changes? Did you find yourself uncontrollably sad or mad or anxious? Did you think it couldn’t possibly be postpartum depression since your baby was older? Well, think again.
Read MoreEver wondered why skin to skin is so good for your baby (and you!)? We tell you why.
Read MoreLooking to punch-up your breakfast with a quick, easy, and healthy new recipe? Look no further. Today’s blog has you covered with our Raspberry Banana Overnight Oats recipe.
Read MoreWe’re having a little fun on the blog today with this short, but sweet, poem about postpartum doula support. Take a look and let us know what you think. Perhaps, Kelly missed her calling as the next Shakespeare.
Read MoreAll the things we’ve never wished for….a complete guide to what not to get a mother for Mother’s Day.
Read MoreWanna go downtown tonight? Try out one of our suggestions!
Read MoreMaternal Mental Health Week 2019 is here. It’s Ok to not be OK. You are not alone. Check out this blog post for support options in the Triangle.
Read MoreAs National Infertility Awareness Week comes to a close, we want you to know that you are not alone. We know that 1 in 8 couples struggle with infertility. It affects us, our friends, our loved ones, and it’s time we started talking about it.
Read MoreIt doesn’t matter if you are a new parent in the throes of daily life with a newborn, an older mom trying to make this whole work-life balance thing happen, or just a tired human on a Friday night looking for a way to unwind: you could definitely use some laughs. Check out our favorite binge-worthy comedies currently streaming on Netflix and laugh until you cry.
Read MoreAnother Valentine’s Day has come and gone. And whether you’re here for all that hearts and chocolate and romance stuff or not, we need you to check out today’s blog. Because chances are, you forgot someone pretty important this V-Day.
Read MoreTelling your partner “I love you” can be done in more than one way. Check out this post for ways to communicate love to your partner in a way they most appreciate.
Read MoreIt’s Galentine’s Day 2019! We are showing love to our friends on the blog today as our Love Week celebration continues.
Read MoreBirth doulas LOVE birth. It’s common for most people to associate them with only the birth itself. What’s not often discussed is what the birth doula does leading up to the birth and sometimes behind the scenes at the birth itself. Check out this post for more info.
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