Podcasts have quickly become my favorite thing to listen to in the car or while on a walk. There are thousands of podcasts to choose from these… Read more “Paige’s Favorite Pregnancy and Birth Podcasts”
Category: Parenting
Mod Midwives: Babies After Dark
In this week’s podcast, Gina and Nedra talk about parenting babies in the wee hours. From what to expect with feeding, to the importance of skin to… Read more “Mod Midwives: Babies After Dark”
Does Your Baby Need to See a Pediatrician After a Home Birth?
Many of our clients wonder whether they will need to see a pediatrician after they have a home birth. Of course, this answer may be different depending… Read more “Does Your Baby Need to See a Pediatrician After a Home Birth?”
Mod Midwives: All About the Midwifery Fee
This week we tackle a topic that most of us don’t particularly enjoy talking about: money. We cover a number of topics related to your financial agreement… Read more “Mod Midwives: All About the Midwifery Fee”
Book Review of Welcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man’s Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth and Fatherhood
This week I had the pleasure of reading David Arrell’s new book, Welcome to Fatherhood: the Modern Man’s Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth & Fatherhood. While not a… Read more “Book Review of Welcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man’s Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth and Fatherhood”
Why Does My Baby Have Blue Hands and Feet?
A concerned query about the blue feet and hands of a newborn is among the most frequent questions we hear in the immediate newborn period. Luckily, this… Read more “Why Does My Baby Have Blue Hands and Feet?”
Why Does My Newborn Have a Rash?
One of the most common newborn questions we get is whether the rash that is covering a new baby is something to be concerned about. Luckily, the… Read more “Why Does My Newborn Have a Rash?”
Normalizing Breastfeeding or Breastfeeding Problems?
This week, a new commercial by Frida Mom hit the airwaves during the Golden Globes. This ad is being applauded for normalizing breastfeeding. It certainly shows a… Read more “Normalizing Breastfeeding or Breastfeeding Problems?”
Home Birth Prep: Installing the Car Seat
One of the most important items on our “Home Visit Checklist” is to ask whether or not you have installed your baby’s car seat. In most cases,… Read more “Home Birth Prep: Installing the Car Seat”
Mod Midwives: Finding Support During COVID
Being well supported during pregnancy and postpartum is hard enough during normal times. But getting the support you need to feel confident and connected during COVID has… Read more “Mod Midwives: Finding Support During COVID”