When I became pregnant with my first child I thought I was prepared.
I was a researcher and graduate student and just knew that I would be able to master birth and parenting. I devoured legitimate research, but also spent my downtime browsing content from search engines, forums, online due date clubs, apps, and message boards. Every other waking moment that wasn't spent buying cute baby clothes and decorating a themed nursery was spent ...
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People Pleasing Doesn’t Belong in Your Birth Plan
Are you sort of amazed about how many people have opinions about how you should conduct your pregnancy and even your birth experience? If you’re like most pregnant women, you’ve gotten advice from everyone everywhere, from your hairdresser to a strange guy in the elevator.
Advice really does come from a good place (most of the time). People want to be helpful by imparting their experience and perspective so your path can be easier. But geez, it can get ...
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Postpartum Doulas: Your Secret Weapon to Going Back to Work
Just when you start getting the rhythm of this whole parenting thing: diaper, feed, snuggle, sleep; diaper, feed, snuggle, sleep... it’s time to go back to work.
Seriously, next week already? Suddenly, the end of your leave is tainted by worries about the logistical realities of working parenthood: Will my baby eat well enough without me? Can I make it to work on time? What if the baby gets sick?
And then there are the emotional realities. Even if ...
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Attachment Parenting, You’re Doing it Right
Parents, You're Doing it Right!
I’m writing this knowing that several ½ finished blogs are going to feed into this single post, and I’m not exactly sure where this will go.
But let me tell you something. . .
You’re doing it right.
Yes, you heard me. You. ARE. DOING. IT. RIGHT. I don’t need to talk with you to know what your parenting challenge is right now. Why? Because you’re here and you’re trying.
You see, pregnancy, parenting, ...
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Getting to Know PDX Diaper Bank
This year we're giving back to the community by hosting a diaper donation drive benefiting PDX Diaper Bank. On Saturday, September 17th, 2016 we'll be welcoming Beaverton and PDX families to our new location to bring their diaper donation. Anyone brining a pack of diapers, wipes, adult diapers, or pads will be entered into our raffle. Prizes currently include photo shoots, massages, Pick Your Dish gift certificate, Onya Baby carriers- and more!
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