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UPDATE! CHILDBIRTH & HOSPITAL VISITOR POLICY (4/8/22) - What You Need To Know!
This information is in regards to the hospital systems that serve the majority of Grand Rapids, Michigan, the surrounding counties and...
Admin
Apr 9, 20224 min read
UPDATE! CHILDBIRTH & HOSPITAL VISITOR POLICY (9/8/21) - What You Need To Know!
This information is in regards to the hospital systems that serve the majority of Grand Rapids, Michigan, the surrounding counties and...
Admin
Sep 8, 20214 min read
How Can I Afford a Doula? Some Helpful Ideas To Get The Birth Support of Your Dreams!
Hiring a doula to be a part of your birth support team is an investment into your pregnancy, birth AND postpartum. The right doula can...
Admin
Jul 19, 20214 min read
Finding a Pediatrician for your Family!
Finding a pediatrician is probably one of the top 3 items on the "Get Ready for Baby To-Do” List when you are expecting. A pediatrician...
Admin
Jul 15, 20212 min read
CHILDBIRTH & HOSPITAL VISITOR POLICY UPDATED 2/12/2021 - What You Need To Know!
This information is in regards to the three hospital systems that serve the majority of Grand Rapids, Michigan the surrounding areas in...
Admin
Feb 12, 20213 min read
VBaC Reading List - Knowledge is Power!
Planning for a VBaC (Vaginal Birth after Cesarean) is so important for anybody pursuing one. I have always been the type where...
Admin
Dec 12, 20203 min read
CHILDBIRTH & HOSPITAL VISITOR POLICY UPDATE 12/22/2020 - What You Need To Know!
This information is in regards to the three hospital systems that serve the majority of Grand Rapids, Michigan and the surrounding areas...
Admin
Dec 3, 20203 min read
Good Reads for the Pregnant Mind
As a Doula, one of the questions I get most asked frequently is "what books do you recommend I or my significant other read to prepare...
Admin
Oct 13, 20203 min read
CHILDBIRTH & HOSPITAL VISITOR POLICY UPDATED 11/20/2020 - What You Need To Know!
This information is in regards to the three hospital systems that serve the majority of Grand Rapids, Michigan and the surrounding areas...
Admin
Apr 3, 20203 min read
VIRTUAL RESOURCES FOR EXPECTING AND POSTPARTUM FAMILIES (updated)
When difficult times are upon us, we come together as a community. In this case, it needs to be virtually. Many of our West Michigan...
Admin
Mar 28, 20203 min read
Birth & Postpartum Doula FAQ's - What To Know!
Doulas... what exactly are they? What exactly do they do? There are plenty of misconceptions about what a birth or postpartum doula is...
Admin
Nov 29, 20194 min read
Ice, Ice Baby... Winter Car Seat Safety!
When you live in a state such as Michigan, winter is something that you’ve learned to love, hate or deal with. Frigid temperatures,...
Admin
Nov 16, 20193 min read
Postpartum Planning… Just as important as a birth plan!
Let’s be real. Most of our pregnancy is focused on making sure baby & the birthing person are physically healthy throughout pregnancy and...
Admin
Sep 14, 20194 min read
Why would a baby or child see a Chiropractor?
Pregnancy and birth are beautiful, powerful and dynamic forces. More and more pregnant individuals are seeking out care from...
Admin
Aug 1, 20193 min read
Let's talk about Pelvic Health, baby!
*Super excited to have Nicole Bringer, DPT as a special guest blogger on pelvic health! A hot topic that is finally starting to get the...
Admin
Jul 8, 20194 min read
7 of The Best Websites for Mom’s and Parents
The internet is jam packed with websites on parenting, mothering, child care, health, nutrition, etc. It’s enough to make your head spin!...
Carrie
Jun 24, 20193 min read
THE “PRENATAL” YOGA DIFFERENCE
**Special thanks to my friend, Alissa Marie, for providing insight on Prenatal Yoga for my blog** The practice of yoga can be life...
Admin
Jun 10, 20192 min read
Summer Sun Safety
The first day of summer is just around the corner, but we're already starting to have some beautiful sunny days filled with playdates,...
Admin
May 21, 20193 min read
My Tale of Postpartum Depression & Anxiety.
***WARNING! This blog may contain upsetting material or triggering items for individuals. This is my personal account of having...
Carrie
Feb 8, 20196 min read
Childcare: What to know and how to find the best for your kids.
Childcare. If you’re fortunate like me, you were able to find a great daycare/learning center that created quality programming that...
Carrie
Feb 8, 20194 min read