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Breastfeeding and pumping can be a rewarding yet challenging experience and are essential components of infant nutrition. One of your first jobs as a new parent will be to feed your just-born baby. In that first hour that nurses call “the Golden hour” your hungry baby will want to root at your breast for their first meal—they instinctively know this is where to go for food! Unfortunately, I didn't produce milk the first week and had to feed my little girl with formula until I was making enough milk.  Breastfeeding doesn’t always mean exclusively at the breast—many moms use breast pumps and bottle systems to ensure they have a way to maintain breastfeeding when they can’t be with baby, or if dad or...

Congratulations! And welcome to this most special time of your life. No doubt you have questions about how to have a healthy pregnancy journey. Pregnancy is a special time that requires attention to health and wellness.  There’s a lot to know about your changing body, your baby’s development, staying healthy, medications, labor and delivery. Having a baby is an exciting time that often inspire us to make healthier lifestyle choices. Gaining an appropriate amount of weight during pregnancy helps your baby grow to a healthy size.  Consuming healthy foods and low-calorie beverages, particularly water, and the appropriate number of calories may help you and your baby gain the proper amount of weight. Eating a balanced and nutritious diet is crucial during...

 Feeling totally overwhelmed by the process of setting up a baby registry? That’s understandable, babies need so much stuff, and it can be tough to know where to begin when compiling your list of baby registry essentials for your future bundle of joy. You want what's best for your little one, but as a first timer you likely have a ton of questions. Creating a baby registry is a smart way to ensure you have all the essentials for your little one. Below i  shared my experience, what i used and loved. In most cases I've tried different brands for the same type of product and I'm only suggesting the one i liked. Let’s dive into the details: What is a Baby Registry? A...

Your due date is approaching, and it’s time to pack your hospital bag. You should have your hospital bag ready to go by 36 weeks or 37 weeks pregnant, just in case you go into labor before your due date. I packed mine at 35 weeks because my C Section was scheduled at 37 weeks. Of course, if you want to get a jumpstart on things, by all means start earlier—when to pack a hospital bag is up to you! But it’s a good idea not to leave it for later than 38 weeks It’s fine to throw some items in at the last minute, but you’ll want your bag mostly packed and easily accessible by this point in your pregnancy....

Pregnancy and childbirth bring fluctuations in hormones, leading to shifts in skin texture and tone. Your new best friend for pregnancy and postpartum skincare is a natural ultra-hydrating Moisturizer.  When you’re pregnant, you’re constantly on the lookout for things that might harm your baby’s development. A safe pregnancy starts with avoiding harmful substances you put in your body. This includes things like cigarette smoke, alcohol, and high-mercury fish. But what about the things you put on your body, especially your skin? If you’re already reading labels for the things that go into your body, take it a step further. Start checking the ingredient labels on the skincare and personal care products you put on your body/skin too. If you’re dealing with...