Doulas
If Pumping Hurts, This Could Be Why: Breast Pump Flange Fit
What Is a Breast Pump Flange? The flange is the part of the breast pump held directly against the breast. It’s the funnel-shaped piece, usually made of hard plastic or softer silicone that surrounds the nipple. The flange provides suction and allows milk expression into the attached bottle or bag. Every breast pump — and…
Read MoreNewborns and Sleep Training: What to Expect
The quality of a baby’s sleep keeps many parents awake. From frequent feedings, “day-night reversal,” and loud grunts and sighs, typical newborn behavior can have parents asking: “When is sleep training safe for our baby?” In fact, questions about newborn sleep are often on parents’ minds well before birth. An abundance of warnings (“you’ll never…
Read MoreWhy Work with a Postpartum Doula Agency?
Your friends and colleagues mention it — postpartum doula support for those early days, weeks, or even months after bringing home your new baby [or babies!]. And it sounds like a dream! Physical, emotional, and practical support while you rest and recover after one of the most significant events of your life. But a cursory…
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