Entries by Emily Pelton

Am I actually going into labor?

One of the most searched topics during pregnancy? “Am I actually going into labor?” Although the conventional knowledge says that pregnancy lasts nine months (which would be 36 weeks), most babies are actually born between 38 and 42 weeks. This means that you can think of your due date as more of a “due month” […]

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Overnight Postpartum Doula Care

Whether it’s your first child or your fourth, we all know that bringing home a new baby means a big transition! Many of our clients realize the need for additional support during this transition and call on an Overnight Postpartum Doula to help. Our postpartum doulas are Newborn Care Specialists and professionally-trained experts. When choosing […]

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The Changes Your Body Experiences After Birth

We spend nine months getting ready for baby to arrive–both physically and emotionally. But the actual birth experience portion of your journey is relatively short. After birth, your body continues to change for many months. Here are some of the changes you can expect in the moments, weeks, and months after birth.  What will I […]

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Baby’s First Sniffles? How to know when it’s RSV in babies

RSV in babies is a topic that is regularly searched during this time of year. At the forefront of all safety-minded parents is the cold and flu season. This year, parents of young children (especially those under two) have likely seen much about the high levels of viral activity in the area.  We’re going to […]