When you find out you’re pregnant, a range of intense emotions engulf your every fiber. From fear to joy, the spectrum is wide and powerful. Hormones surge through your body at an alarming rate within… Read More »Pregnancy Loss Cards, Needed Comfort in a Time of Darkness
Heidi Lengel, A Child Grows contributor, mom of two and local expert on all things doula shares her wisdom on the best practices when hiring a doula for birth support. Looking to hire a birth… Read More »How to Hire a Doula
We sat down with Stephanie Heintzeler, also known as The New York Doula and founder of The Doula Concierge. Stephanie was born in NYC and grew up in Germany where she trained as a Midwife… Read More »Meet The New York Doula: Stephanie Heintzeler
These days, much is often made of the importance of doula support. But, once you’ve decided to welcome a doula into your birth circle, how do you select the right person and ensure you have a… Read More »How to Have a Successful Relationship with Your Doula: What Every Mom Needs to Know
The Brooklyn Baby and Family Expo is back! A family friendly event featuring products and services for expectant, new and seasoned parents. Meet Experts Attend Seminars Sample Products Bring Your Family Win Raffle Prizes Score Amazing Gift Bags Enjoy… Read More »The Brooklyn Baby & Family Expo Returns to Brooklyn Heights April 19th
Meema Spadola, a postpartum doula, lactation counselor and Brooklyn mom, reminds us that every new mom struggles with something and it is ok to ask for help. When I tell people that I’m a postpartum… Read More »The Top 5 Ways a Postpartum Doula Will Benefit You
Rebecca Conroy, mom of Trixie Owl age 3.5 and the expectant mother of a boy due any day now, and we get to have a front row seat for all of her adventures with her expanding… Read More »Tales from the Front Lines of Parenthood: Preparing for Baby Number Two
Dr. Deena Blanchard, pediatrician and font of knowledge, gives us the tools we need to stay calm and carry on. It’s official, the CDC has declared a flu epidemic in 2015. In the office… Read More »Does Your Kid Have The Flu? Or Is She Just Snotty
Birth Day Presence is excited to announce some new, unique classes this fall/winter in their locations throughout the city. Whether you’re a new mom or expecting, they have some great support for you! Plus a few awesome… Read More »Birth Day Presence Announces New Class Offerings for Expectant and New Parents
Attention babywearing enthusiasts! Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of the 2nd Annual Babywearing World Record Event, happening October 5th at MommyCon Philadelphia. MommyCon is a boutique style convention dedicated to bringing… Read More »Get Ready for the 2nd Annual Babywearing World Record Event