Ready to bring a newborn home? Let’s talk about the only things you really need: You see them all the time, advertisements for newborn items that are a *must have* or are *essential.* Do a quick internet search and you’ll see slideshows …
100 Ways a Partner Can Support During Labor!
We know first hand how amazing partners and spouses can be during birth, when they know what to do! Here is a list of 100 things you can do to give your partner support during labor and birth, outside of …
How My Husband Helped Through Our Natural Birth
Reliving my birth experience makes me realize one thing. Once your baby is on your chest, all the pain and experiences of labor fade away! We had gone to Salt & Straw, a Portland Oregon favorite Ice Cream Shop, to …
The Number One Thing to Prepare for Baby’s Best Sleep
Kaylan Adams with Big Dreams Sleep Coaching, tells us how to prepare for baby’s best sleep! Sleep when baby comes?! How do we do that? Sleep can be hard to come by when you’re pregnant. You can’t find a comfortable position, …
The Must Have Essential Oils for Pregnancy and Birth
Essential oils seem to be all the rage right now! They smell delicious, they have physical, mental, and emotional benefits and are affordable for everyday use. If you are healthy, low risk and mindful of proper usage, essential oils for …
Let a Doula Pack Your Birth Bag: 10 Things it Must Have!
Like Mary Poppins, you can always find a doula with her birth bag! We fill our birth bag with tools to provide more comfort to a mom in labour, and help the birth process along. The more relaxed and calm …
Childbirth Options: Where’s the Best Place to Give Birth?
Where is the best place to give birth? Let’s break down your 3 main childbirth options. If you’re like most new moms, you’re probably just a tad bit excited about what’s coming your way in 8-9 months and dreaming of …