The importance of proper nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum

by Rachel Yellin | Oct 6, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources

The importance of proper nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum seems fairly obvious, but I’m always amazed by the difference between what women KNOW to be healthy and what they ACTUALLY eat during pregnancy. Let’s be logical for one minute… Your...

The Amazing Breast Crawl! And another resource if you can’t breastfeed or need to supplement

by Rachel Yellin | Aug 30, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources

Instinct tells us, along with oodles of evidence, that breastfeeding your baby is the way to go. But it’s not just about getting the breast in the baby’s mouth… it’s about allowing the baby to initiate his/her own feeding. It’s also about...

Colonizing Your Baby’s Gut at Birth

by Rachel Yellin | Aug 29, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources

The Human Microbiome: considerations for pregnancy, birth and early mothering. – Please click on the link and read the article. This is amazing and essential information about the benefits of your baby’s gut being colonized at birth! After reading this,...