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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Everything You Need to Know About Doulas
Pregnant women are vulnerable and fragile people who need constant and regular care. Most of them experience extreme emotional and physical fatigue due to the physiological changes brought about by the baby. Therefore, most of these women need critical care either from medical professionals or from experienced people who have extensive knowledge of pregnancy and pregnancy care.
For a longer period, people have been accustomed by the care offered by ...
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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 top 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 for newborns, ...
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Fall Back- Your Baby’s Sleep
Ah, the leaves are turning color and Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back in full swing. The air is getting crisper, Costco has Christmas decorations up before Halloween, and before you know it, it will be time to set our clocks back an hour.
While most of the world is looking forward to gaining an extra hour of sleep, parents are realizing the possibility of their baby waking at ungodly hours of the day- as in before the PSLs are being served at the local ...
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