There is an increased risk of newborn asphyxia and sudden infant death syndrome when using blankets and other soft baby bed materials. So, what can parents do to ensure that their infants sleep peacefully and securely at night? Wearable blankets! They are a convenient and safe alternative to a blanket and are also known as…
Category: Postpartum
Placenta Encapsulation Services
Doulas, midwives, and other delivery professionals commonly provide placenta encapsulation services to new mothers. Your baby’s placenta is the organ that facilitates the exchange of nutrients, blood, and excretion during pregnancy. There are several advantages to having an artificial placenta inserted into a pregnant woman’s uterus. Following delivery, the placenta is removed, and each family…
Getting Through The 4-Month Sleep Regression
Mothering a child is such a joyous experience. Right from your first gaze on your baby till their present moment of giggles and cries, the process of taking care of your loved one is a happy feeling. However, now that your baby is growing, you may experience some lifestyle changes like 4-month sleep regression. This…
Fundal Massage
Let’s face it: your uterus goes through a lot from pregnancy to childbirth. During your expectancy period, the uterus accommodates your baby until the delivery period. After all the work, there is a need to do a fundal massage immediately after labor. In this guide, you will learn everything about fundal massage, its purpose, safety…
Postpartum Belly Binding
Did you give birth to your baby recently? Congratulations! It’s important to be fair to yourself before you start worrying about having your body back or simply returning to your prior routine. Consider taking a few moments to enjoy the newborn’s scent, pamper yourself, and allow others to help you out. In the first two…
Preparing For an Optimal Postpartum Period
Whether you are having your first baby or your fifth, many expectant parents worry about the early weeks and months after the baby’s arrival. And for good reason. Up to 80% of new parents experience baby blues, which are defined as a normal adjustment period in the first 2-3 weeks after birth that resolves without…