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Understanding Stress in the Body

Understanding Stress in the Body

If you’re more than a little sleep-deprived, chances are your body is producing extra cortisol—the stress hormone—and it’s probably making you feel more anxious than usual. Have you heard of the cortisol hormone? Think of it as nature’s built-in alarm system. It’s...
How to do baby massage

How to do baby massage

Did you know skin sensitivity (touch) is the earliest developed function most crucial for all the sensory systems for overall healthy development? Coping with the sensory input from the outside world is a lot for a newborn to manage, which is why baby massage is a...
10 ways to build a strong attachment with your baby

10 ways to build a strong attachment with your baby

Understanding attachment theory — What you need to know You’ve probably heard the phrase “Attachment Theory” before, but maybe never quite known what it was all about, what you needed to understand on the topic, or when it was relevant, so let’s unpack it together. In...
When to start with introducing solids

When to start with introducing solids

Starting Solids is one of the most confusing things to new moms so rest assured, you are not alone if you have lots of questions regarding the topic! Here are some important things to remember as you approach this phase.  + All babies are different. Some will love to...
How to overcome feelings of inadequacy in motherhood

How to overcome feelings of inadequacy in motherhood

One of the ways we discover our new identity in motherhood is by building our confidence, overcoming feelings of inadequacy and finding balance again. But HOW DO WE DO THIS? First, I’d like to ask you a question. What type of experiences have you had that you’ve...
The Will to Survive: Working at Home with Kids

The Will to Survive: Working at Home with Kids

Written By Janice Russell Working remotely has become a necessity for many parents, and it certainly has its benefits. Glassdoor.com lists some of the advantages as greater work-life balance, cost-savings and project momentum from employees. Despite these advantages,...