Published May 13, 2025 Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, shares her expertise on using natural comfort measures to get through labor and delivery. Tips for All Types of Labors In labor, whether you are going unmedicated or medicated, there are some great natural …

Published April 29, 2025 Certified Doula, Tayler Morrison, shares knowledge about using water to ease labor and delivery. Tubs and Showers When creating your birth plan, consider the use of water; it may be something you want to include. While yes, drinking …

Published April 21, 2025 Registered Doula, Tayler Morrison, gives some insight into the second trimester of pregnancy. Second Trimester Milestones Congrats, mama, you have made it to your second trimester! Hopefully, some of the pesky first-trimester symptoms will begin to subside as …

Published April 16, 2025 You will soon start seeing the Summer Fun Guide, published by the Great Start Family Coalition, affiliated with Help Me Grow St. Clair County, in all the places where families gather. The guide has an extensive listing of …

Published March 31, 2025 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 …

Published March 31, 2025 Parenting Blogger, Alyssa Dock, shares her money-saving tips for families living on a budget.. When my husband and I made the decision for me to stay home and raise our daughters, it came with a massive sacrifice.  I …

Published March 19, 2025 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 …

Published March 17, 2025 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 …

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Published February 19, 2025 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 …

Published February 15, 2025 *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 …

Published February 15, 2025 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 …

Published January 23, 2025 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, …

Published January 15, 2025 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 …

Published January 2, 2025 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 …

Published December 16, 2025 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 …

Published November 19, 2024 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 …

Published November 15, 2024 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 …

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 …