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Essential Tips for a Successful Breastfeeding Journey

As we celebrate World Breastfeeding Week, I want to take a moment to talk about the incredible journey of breastfeeding. Whether you're just starting out or looking for some extra support, this post is for you. Let's dive into the basics, benefits, and essential tips to help you succeed on this nourishing journey.

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The Ultimate Postpartum Checklist: Essential Items for Recovering from Birth

Preparing for birth is so so important, but it’s equally important to prepare for what comes next. So today we’re going to dive into the rollercoaster that is the postpartum period, also known as your 'fourth trimester.' This time is all about healing, bonding, and navigating your new role as a parent. Whether your baby's grand entrance is via a vaginal birth or a cesarean, having the right postpartum essentials on hand can seriously make a huge difference!

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Nourishing Broth Recipe

In addition to being a tasty and nourishing food, broth has a long history of being used as a healing food in traditional medicine systems around the world. In Chinese Medicine, for example, it is believed that hot liquids and foods can help to support the body's natural healing processes. This is especially true during the postpartum period, when the body is in a vulnerable state and may benefit from extra support…

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Planning for Postpartum

Congratulations! You're having a baby! Look through this list with your partner and discuss the questions provided. Feel free to add your own things to your plan as well. It is very important to talk openly and honestly with each other so that you can iron things out now, before the baby comes…

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Your Mini-Guide to Yoni Steaming

This centuries-old tradition is gaining popularity as a natural and nourishing way to support reproductive and sexual wellness for people with vulvas. Whether you're looking to alleviate menstrual cramps, increase fertility, or simply carve out some time for self-care, yoni steaming may be worth considering as a natural and supportive option…

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All About: Placenta Encapsulation!

Although it is becoming more and more popular, especially within the natural birth community, consumption of the placenta through placenta encapsulation (and in general) is still not widely done, or even known about. The purpose of this blog post is to offer education on the benefits, risks, as well my process, of placenta encapsulation so that you can make an informed decision on whether this is right for you!

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