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Anchor Naps for Early Morning Wake Ups and Time Change

  Anchor naps are a simple but effective way to adjust baby sleep schedules. They are especially helpful in adjusting baby sleep schedules if early morning wake-ups are happening, after the end of daylight savings when clocks fall back, and when returning home after traveling in different time zones. What is an anchor nap? This technique is simply a nap that is scheduled at a consistent time each day. We usually suggest that you use the first nap ...
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Repurposing your Birth Plan for Postpartum

When preparing for a new baby most people either focus on their birth plan or their postpartum plan. Rarely do our Portland postpartum doulas see families thoroughly planning for both. This usually stems from having more concerns or worries around one than the other. But planning for both is important and will make the transition into parenting easier. Of course, planning for both means extra time, extra effort, and we all know there isn’t much time for ...
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My Own Sleep Story

I was not thriving. In fact, I was barely surviving. But, I was so in the weeds that I just didn’t know I needed out.  This is my story.  When my oldest was born he, like most babies, resisted sleeping anywhere except on me. So I would sleep propped up in bed, him on my chest, me shivering through the night barely covered, mostly comfortable, but mostly happy to get chunks of sleep. By the time my maternity leave was up, he and I would get about 3-4 ...
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Are You an Expecting Mother? Consider Hiring a Doula

Motherhood is a beautiful thing, but it can also be an extremely difficult, emotional time for a woman. In almost 15% of births, a woman will experience postpartum depression. Dealing with postpartum in a time when you're expected to be full of optimism, joy, and love for your new baby can be a struggle, as can juggling your usual duties with the needs of a newborn. Between a lack of sleep, your changing body (again!) and for new mothers especially, the ...
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What if you and your baby slept through the night?

Take it from us: this isn’t an impossible dream! We’re so glad you found your way to Birthing Stone, Portland’s best postpartum doula service and the only one that provides expert infant sleep specialists that can help you set healthy sleep habits from the beginning. Sweet relief is on the way! At Birthing Stone, we know that even with a newborn, everyone getting quality sleep can be a reality. You just need to know the secrets of good sleep habits ...
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