Our blog is a trusted resource for growing families, offering thoughtful insights, guidance, and support through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and early parenting. Whether you’re seeking clarity on common questions, looking for expert tips, or simply want to feel more confident in your journey, these posts are here to help you feel informed and empowered every step of the way.
Nurturing You Naturally: Cold & Flu Remedies During Pregnancy by Kennedy Smith BSN, RN
As the leaves fall and the temperatures drop, sniffles and sneezes tend to rise. While most people can reach for the nearest over-the-counter remedy, pregnancy asks us to walk a gentler path—one that protects both you and your baby. Luckily, nature has your back. Here...
Manual Therapy for Optimal Lactation By: Julia Kegelman DPT, CFMT
What do low milk supply, mastitis, and neck pain all have in common? The answer is poor blood flow through the subclavian artery and its branches. This important blood vessel runs under your collar bone and can be compromised by poor posture, carrying heavy bags over...
Winter Play Activities
It's cold outside, and this means kids are playing more inside the house than out in the snow. Being stuck at home all day can be challenging for children because boredom can set in quickly. When you do the same thing repeatedly, it becomes boring. Kids like new and...
Pumpkin Sensory Play: A Fall Favorite for Curious Hands by Kennedy Smith BSN, RN
One of the best parts of fall is getting creative with pumpkins—and not just for carving! A pumpkin offers a fun, hands-on sensory play experience that’s perfect for little ones. It’s messy, squishy, and full of opportunities to explore textures, smells, and even...
Embrace Fall Flavors and Cooking with Your Senses
Pumpkins, apples, and butternut squash are a few things that you will see in fall recipes. As the weather gets colder, more people are turning to comfort food to stay warm. Comfort foods are amazing because they make you feel warm inside or relive a memory. Have you...
Baby Got Pumpkin
The fall season is here, a time of year when the trees begin to turn colors and the weather is chilly but still mild. During this time of the season, you might see families walking outside more. This is the weather where you take walks through apple orchards, pumpkin...
Pumping 101: The Whys and Hows of Pumping By:Corinne Daut, MSN, FNP-BC, IBCLC
Let’s face it, pumping can be complicated! As a lactation consultant who has seen it all, I’m here to tell you that if you’re feeling confused about pumping, you are not alone. Read on to learn about different reasons for pumping and how to pump in those scenarios....
Your Pelvic Floor Matters More Than You Think — Especially After Birth
By Dr. Meg Siegel, PT, DPT, Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist & Doula-Informed Care Provider Bringing a baby into the world is a transformative experience — physically, emotionally, and spiritually. As a pelvic floor physical therapist who works with birthing people...
What is my baby trying to tell me? by Julia Kegelman DPT, CFMT
“You are fed, have a clean diaper, just woke up from a nap, and don’t have a fever. Why are you still crying?” For new parents, a baby’s cry is a call to action. Instinctively, you want a happy Baby. When Baby is at peace, you and everyone else in your household can...