Interview Questions for a Potential OB or Midwife

Interview Questions for a Potential OB or Midwife

A lot of time is spent focusing on questions to ask a potential doula or lactation consultant or postpartum support person.  We need to have increased focus on questions you should be asking a potential birth provider. Most women just automatically stay in the care of...
Newborn Umbilical Stump Care

Newborn Umbilical Stump Care

When your baby is born, the umbilical cord is clamped and cut.  This leaves an umbilical stump attached to your baby’s belly button.  This stump will stay attached for anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. How do I care for my baby’s umbilical cord...
3 Strategies for Better Pumping

3 Strategies for Better Pumping

Three Simple Strategies to Pump Faster and More Efficiently  One of the first questions asked by new pumping moms is “How can I get more when I pump?”  you quickly realize there is a difference between your production during pumping sessions.  These three...
Menu Monday – Pasta Fagioli

Menu Monday – Pasta Fagioli

Ingredients 1 medium onion – diced 2 cloves garlic – crushed and diced olive oil 6 cups broth (chicken or vegetable) 1 can crushed tomato 1 tsp Italian seasoning ½ pound of ditalini pasta 2 cans cannellini bean (white kidney beans) 1-2 cups chopped fresh spinach...