No Chaos We have all seen the movies of women in labor screaming, people running everywhere, bright lights, surgical supplies, etc. Quite frankly this chaos can happen, however, creating a calm environment is more common and attainable. There does not have to …

Simple Steps Regardless of whether this is your first pregnancy or your tenth, there will be some simple steps you will need to take when you get your first positive pregnancy test. It may be overwhelming so keeping things simple will be …

Big Decision Choosing where to go for those early years of school is a big decision for many families. Visiting an open house is a great way to get a feel for a school and to ask questions of the teachers and …

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The Michigan Legislature has voted to change car seat laws for drivers in the state. The law hadn't been changed since 2008. The new law goes into effect on April 2, 2025. Rear-facing until Age 2 The biggest change is the time …

Playgroups are Essential Playgroups are essential for both parents and children. The connections made at playgroups can last a lifetime. Huron Academic Endeavors, which offers a hybrid homeschool program from their Fort Gratiot campus, has launched a new program, Little Endeavors Infant …

*Trigger Warning: Discussion of many postpartum mood disorders and mental health* Common Struggle Far too often mothers struggle with postpartum mood disorders alone. Bringing education and information to light can help mothers feel less alone and provide them with more resources. The …

Communicate Goals While we know what our goals are for pregnancy and birth, it is important to ensure you have a provider that is supportive of your goals. You may have seen your provider for yearly checkups, but do they know your …

IBCLC An IBCLC is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. These women are skilled and undergo rigorous training and education to hold this title. An IBCLC specializes in breastfeeding and lactation care. This can vary from breastfeeding support, education, other healthcare referrals, …

Resolutions As a mom of two (soon to be three) little ones, setting New Year's Resolutions are hard and oftentimes unrealistic. Last year our family decided to implement monthly goals to accomplish and it was a total game changer. (read more about …

Parenting blogger, Alyssa Dock, relates her recent experience with potty training. No More Diapers There are so many milestones when it comes to raising kids, but for me personally, there was one I was specifically terrified of- Potty Training.  We recently found …

Have an expecting mom on your shopping list this year? Give the gift that keeps on giving, a gift certificate for doula support! While every mom will have her preference for doula support and what she needs, you can still support her …

You have probably heard the phrase “oh just sleep when the baby sleeps”. While this may work for some, this doesn’t always work especially if you have other children to care for. Sleep can be important for not just you but your …

Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison shares expert tips on packing a bag for the hospital when having a baby. Start Early While some may enjoy this task, others may feel stressed and overwhelmed. This can be an easy, stress-free task to prepare for …

What is babywearing? Babywearing is something that has been done for thousands of years across the world. Babywearing is essentially carrying a baby in a carrier either in front of you or on your back. Infants typically are worn facing you on …

A cesarean section, otherwise known as a c-section, is a surgical procedure done to deliver a baby without the mother having to push the baby out. An incision is made in the mother's lower abdomen and the baby is delivered through the …

Christmas is right around the corner and the Salvation Army is ready to assist families in need. Registration for families in need of a little help with winter clothing, gifts, and food begins October 16th and goes until November 8th, 2024. Register …

Coffee Filter Bats One of my favorite crafts to make with my kiddos every spring is coffee filter butterflies.  I remember making them myself when I was in elementary school, a classic! I discovered how to update these from a butterfly into …

You may have seen the abbreviations VBAC & HBAC. VBAC stands for vaginal birth after cesarean and HBAC stands for homebirth after cesarean. Both More Common These terms are being heard more and more as they become more and more common. In …

Every birth partner will be different, some may be pros and others may not know what to do. Your birth partner's support through labor and delivery can be incredibly beneficial. Not justfor the support but also for the oxytocin. Oxytocin is the …