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Why is My Baby Crying? | Reasons and How to Soothe Them

A father tries to soothe his baby as they cry in his arms.

The question parents everywhere have to answer: why is my baby crying? Babies cry to communicate. It’s one way they tell you they need food, warmth, or attention. Because we know a baby’s cries mean that it needs something, it can also cause us stress, concern, and frustration. Ultimately, too much crying makes us and […]

What is Head Molding? Caput Succedaneum in Newborns

A mother kisses her newborn with moderate head molding.

“Why does my baby’s head look like a cone?!” New parents are often confused when their new addition’s scalp features bruising, swelling, or an odd shape. Not to worry, Caput succedaneum and head molding are incredibly common (temporary!) adjustments your baby made during birth. Let’s break down what these terms mean and why there’s usually […]

Birthing Parental Health Resources from Doulas of Baltimore

A pregnant person looks at their ultrasound photo while relaxing in their home.

As birth professionals, birthing parental health is paramount to our roles in the birth and parenting space. We know that our advocacy is vital to improving outcomes. Around 3.7 million babies are born each year in the US, but we are the only developed country with a rising mortality rate for birthing individuals. Not to […]