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Apr 9, 20224 min read
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...
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Sep 8, 20214 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...
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Jul 19, 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...
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Jul 15, 20212 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...
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Admin
Feb 12, 20213 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...
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Admin
Dec 12, 20203 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...
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Dec 3, 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...
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Oct 13, 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...
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Apr 3, 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...
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Mar 28, 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...
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Nov 29, 20194 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...
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Nov 16, 20193 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,...
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Sep 14, 20194 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...
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Aug 1, 20193 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...
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Jul 8, 20194 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...
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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!...
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Jun 10, 20192 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...
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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,...
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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...
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Childcare: What to know and how to find the best for your kids.
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