Why Won’t My Baby Sleep? What Every Exhausted Mom Needs to Know

It’s 2 AM. Again. You’re rocking, bouncing, shushing—doing everything the books and Instagram experts told you would work. But your baby still won’t sleep. If you’re feeling frustrated, exhausted, and maybe even questioning whether you’re doing something wrong, you’re...

Parenthood & Partnership: Gottman’s Secrets to Keeping Love Strong

The transition to parenthood is one of life’s most profound shifts, filled with both joy and challenges. As couples embrace this new phase, maintaining a strong relationship becomes essential—not just for the couple, but for the well-being of the baby. Gottman Family...

What to Look For in a Pediatrician

Choosing the right pediatrician for your growing family is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a parent. This healthcare provider will not only be responsible for your child’s medical care but will also serve as a trusted advisor throughout your...

The Ultimate Sleep Game Plan: How Parents and Babies Can Sync Their Sleep Cycles

Bringing home a newborn is a beautiful but exhausting experience. Between unpredictable sleep patterns, frequent feedings, and late-night soothing sessions, new parents often find themselves running on empty. While sleep deprivation is a well-known part of early...

How Couple’s Therapy Can Support Your Relationship During the Transition to Parenthood

The transition to parenthood can be both exciting and overwhelming for couples. Pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period bring a whirlwind of changes that can challenge even the strongest relationships. From shifting roles and responsibilities to sleepless nights...

Rekindling Connection & Intimacy After Baby

Welcoming a baby into your life is one of the most transformative experiences, bringing immense joy but also significant challenges. It’s no surprise that postpartum intimacy, both emotional and physical, often takes a backseat as you adjust to this new chapter. Let’s...
Dear Mama: You Got This

Dear Mama: You Got This

I know you’re tired. There is no other job on earth that requires as much from a woman than mamahood does. Sure, there are extremely high-stress jobs out there (a heart surgeon,...

What’s for Dinner? Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

What’s for Dinner? Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

Hello! During a recent conversation with a girlfriend, I realized I should provide some more context around my relationship with the kitchen. Full disclosure: my loving husband...

Introducing: “What’s for Dinner”

Introducing: “What’s for Dinner”

Hello, Sarah here! A few weeks back, when I saw the introduction to Melanie, I found myself thinking “I want to contribute too!” While pregnant, I reunited with Melanie at a...

Cesareans: The Who, What, When, Why, and How

Cesareans: The Who, What, When, Why, and How

Picture this: you’re 34 weeks pregnant and your OB confirms via ultrasound that your baby has yet to settle into the head-down birthing position. They start talking to you about...

A Thoughtful Question From A Dad

A Thoughtful Question From A Dad

Original post by Hayley Goldberg of Heart of Connecting Tonight, was the last class for my Parenting Toddlers and Preschoolers Calmly and Confidently series. Our class was a...

The New Mom’s Secret Shame

The New Mom’s Secret Shame

Provided by Donna Ford, Postpartum Doula The Disconnect Many Parents Feel with Their Babies Is Real; Here are 5 Ways An In-Home Doula Can Save Your Sanity & Newborn...

The Antidote to Entitlement

The Antidote to Entitlement

Original article by Hayley Goldberg, LMFT via Heart of Connecting Entitlement is believing that you are special and people owe you something. It’s the attitude that having good...

Building Coping Skills in Preschoolers

Building Coping Skills in Preschoolers

Original article by Hayley Goldberg, LMFT via Heart of Connecting Strong emotions can be scary for all kids and especially young children. Their big emotions can bring on strong...

Sibling Conflict

Sibling Conflict

Original article by Hayley Goldberg, LMFT via Heart of Connecting Avoiding all sibling rivalry in a family may be an impossible task. Every sibling relationship will have its...

Always Consider Whole Child Development

Always Consider Whole Child Development

Original Article by Hayley Goldberg, LMFT via Heart of Connecting One of the most important jobs we have as parents is to nurture the development of skills in our children....