When I talk with expecting families about their upcoming birth I’m often met with big worries and fears about what is about to unfold. This can bind up so much energy and focus that they’re unable to settle in and enjoy the last bits of pregnancy. Let’s talk about practical ways to remove that fear […]
Story Share: Collette’s Story
I am 20 years old and 3 months after marrying my husband we found out we were pregnant with our baby girl. My mother had 7 babies and they all came super fast, average of about 3 hours. I figured I would be like her because I’m her twin in everything else!
Story Share: Finn’s Story Pt. 2
If you recall where we left off last week, Finn tried to make an early arrival and Mama K was sent home to rest and get ready for a baby at any moment. Read along for the rest of Finn’s first big adventure 🙂
Story Share: Finn’s Story – Pt 1.
This is our first Story Share and I can’t think of a better way to kick things off… You’ll be seeing a Part 1 and Part 2 because this whole story is just too good to trim down. I love that Mama K. shares so much of how her mind and body worked together (and […]
6 Things to Remember when Pregnancy feels like it will NEVER end…
If you’ve ever carried a pregnancy to “term” you likely know what I mean when I say, there are days that feel like it will never. ever. end. You feel like your body can’t possibly stretch or grow any more. Then it DOES! You feel like your baby OBVIOUSLY doesn’t want to meet anyone in […]
When All Those Hats Get Heavy {find your space}
I see you. Juggling work, play, drop offs, pick ups, classes, appointments, cleaning your house (shhh… I won’t tell the toilet hasn’t been scrubbed in… a while)… I see you. I feel you. I AM you! Parenting is tough gig. It’s messy and brilliant. Demanding and wonderful. Fulfilling and draining. It’s SO much all at […]
Date your Doula {date a few!}
Often times, when I get inquiries for birth work what I hear from people is… “Hi, So my friend told me you’re a doula and I’m not super sure what to expect, but I’d really like to hire you for my birth!” Whoa! While I’m SUPER flattered and impressed that you trust your friend THAT […]
The Day I Became “Mama” {My First Birth Story}
As we’re preparing to celebrate the birthday of my biggest baby, I realized, I’ve never written down her birth story. I’ve made a tradition of writing them down on their first birthday as reflection, but with E that just didn’t happen. So… without further ado, I will share with you the experience that changed my […]
Silverette Cups {for the less glorious parts of breastfeeding}
-Silverette Cups- Sterling Sliver Nursing Cups For many mama’s nursing isn’t something that comes without effort. And often times, it comes with blood, sweat, and tears. Literally.
Bamboobies ® {for the shirt soaking moments}
Picture this… You’re actually alone for a bit and you’re standing in line at the grocery store. In the aisle next to you, a baby starts crying. Suddenly you get the tingly sensation, you just can’t stop the letdown reaction, and BAM… boobies turn to fountains and your shirt is soaked in the most obvious […]