Tag: sleep
What Do You Really Need to Prepare for a Baby? (Part 2)
Previously, I posted about the top three things that a family with a newborn needs: strong support, food for the baby, and food for the grown-ups. Today, I want to complete my list of baby essentials, and you will see it is a lot simpler than many people imagine. I want to help you resist…
Co-Sleeping with Baby: A Compassionate, Evidence-Based Guide for New Parents
Co-sleeping with baby is one of the most talked-about—and often misunderstood—choices new parents face. As a doula in Birmingham, I’ve seen firsthand how sleep decisions weigh heavily on families in those tender early weeks. When I asked moms in several Facebook groups about postpartum sleep challenges, I was overwhelmed by the response. It’s clear this…
How a Postpartum Doula Can Help You Get More Sleep
Ah, sleep…. If you are in the postpartum phase, getting a decent night’s sleep may feel like a distant memory. You love your baby so much, but the nights stretch on and on, and you may feel desperate for this little one to just fall asleep for a few hours. What is a new parent…
