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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Can You Drink While Breastfeeding?
"Can you drink while breastfeeding?"
With the Holidays in full swing, we frequently get this question! So we asked our in-house lactation consultant, Megan Maltby from Lotus Lactation to give us the scoop on the most recent research! Here's what she has to say!
As it stands, an occasional drink doesn't seem to lead to negative effects on your baby. A considerably safe occasional drink would be 1 to 2 drinks a week. Breast milk is actually a ...
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Beaverton Baby Sign Language
We're so excited to welcome Portland Early Learning Project to Birthing Stone. Baby sign language is a fantastic way to bond with baby, enable more communication, and really have fun! Keep reading to learn more about Christina from PELP
Check out upcoming dates on our calendar or register here
Random fun fact: I consider myself quite musical. I started piano lessons at 3, was always involved in singing and voice lessons and even sang with a ...
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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. We've recently welcomed 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!
Can't make it to the drive? Don't ...
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Dads and Doulas
Postpartum Checkin
A few days ago I had the pleasure of following up with a family after their birth. I was their labor doula, had attended the birth, and this was my chance to see how they were doing after their first night at home, how things were going with sleep, nursing, and recovery with a newborn. This was also a chance to hear how she was feeling about the birth.
During follow ups I always check in with the mom about how her birth was for her, ...
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