A DIY Guide to Photographing Your Newborn
Creating DIY newborn photos at home can be a fun way to bond with your baby and capture precious moments. Start by selecting a room with ample natural light to create a soft and flattering ambiance. If possible, choose a time when the room is naturally well-lit. Keep the setup simple by using blankets, swaddles,…
Bringing Your Baby Home to Your Fur Baby (your pet)
Bringing a newborn into a home with pets is a joyous occasion that requires thoughtful planning and consideration. Here are 10 essential tips to ensure a smooth and harmonious transition for both your four-legged friends and your newest family member-your baby. 1. Gradual Introduction to your baby: Begin by gradually introducing your pets to the…
The Unspoken Realities of Breastfeeding: What I Wish I Knew
Breastfeeding, a sometimes beautiful yet almost always challenging journey that many new parents embark on, holds a myriad of unspoken truths. Beyond the serene images of bonding and nourishment lie the untold tales that every parent wishes they knew before stepping into the realm of nursing. 1. Latch Woes: It’s Not as Instinctive as You…
Early Postpartum Support in the Home: A Vital Link to Healthy and Safe Postpartum Recovery in the United States
(Read the rest of this article here: DOI: 10.1891/JPE-2022-0017) Jodi Graves, Birth & Postpartum Doula, BS, MS Nutrition ABSTRACTMany newly postpartum women and birthing people are sent home from the hospital with their newbornbabies, ill-prepared to care for themselves with little to no capacity to learn about newborn care andparenting. Women are often left to fend…
1 in 5 Women Report Mistreatment During Maternity Care
What in the H E double hockey sticks is going on in US Obstetrics?! A new survey was recently released by the CDC showing 1 in 5 women reporting being mistreated by medical professionals while receiving maternity care. 1 in 5. That’s 20% of folks receiving maternity care….and you and I both know that those…
11 Quick Postpartum Breakfasts
That’s right…we said 11. We’ve had several requests for quick and easy breakfast meals lately. (You know, the first thing you skip with a newborn in your home) Here’s some ideas that will hopefully make you re-think that choice. 1. Whole Grain Pancakes We like to make oatmeal pancakes, with blueberries or raspberries in the…
Tea With Jodi -S1 E7
The State of our Health Care System with Mich Rep Laurie Pohutsky Introducing Laurie Pohutsky. 0:08 Introducing Laurie Pohutsky, 17th district Michigan House of Representatives. Maternal and infant health. What can the government do to better support parents? 2:54 Doula and birth center expansion in Michigan. The most important issue facing new families. The availability…
The Bare Minimum 5-5-5 Postpartum Rule
Welcoming a newborn baby into the world brings significant physical and emotional changes for the new mom/birthing person. And folks, this can literally be the understatement of the century for some people. The postpartum period, often referred to as the “fourth trimester,” is a crucial time of healing and bonding. To help ease this transition,…
Empowering Choices: The Essence of Informed Consent in Birth
Birth is a miraculous journey that ushers in new life, shaping families and communities. Throughout history, the act of giving birth has evolved considerably, and so has the concept of informed consent. Informed consent in birth is a fundamental principle that aims to respect a person’s autonomy, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge necessary…