by DONVA | Jun 21, 2023 | Labor & Delivery, newborn, nursery, Postpartum
Adjusting to life with a brand new baby can often times be tiring and trying for parents. Have you ever wondered what you can do to truly help a new parent after they have had a new baby? Read on to find some tips beyond the normal “bring food”. These tips are...
by DONVA | Jun 14, 2023 | Labor & Delivery, newborn, nursery, Postpartum
TheBecoming a parent is an incredible but there are aspects of postpartum and childbirth that often go unspoken, leaving new parents feeling unprepared. We’ll shed light on what nobody tells you! Never hesitate to reach out to friends and family for some...
by DONVA | Jun 14, 2023 | Doula, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, Pregnancy
After giving birth, it is common for people to experience postpartum bleeding, also known as lochia. This bleeding occurs as the body sheds the uterine lining that supported the pregnancy. It is a natural part of the healing process and is essential for the body to...
by DONVA | Sep 10, 2019 | Labor & Delivery, newborn, nursery, Postpartum
We all know how much emphasis goes into preparing for birth and your new baby. There’s everything from childbirth books and classes to registries and baby showers. While all of those are wonderful things to focus on, and we’re not suggesting you...
by DONVA | Sep 5, 2019 | Doula, Labor & Delivery, newborn, nursery, Postpartum, Pregnancy
StoneSprings Hospital Center in Dulles VA has a reputation for being a family centered birthing location. They provide families with options like birthing tubs, aromatherapy, light therapy, showers and many other amazing tools for comfort and a calming experience. The...
by DONVA | Dec 18, 2017 | Postpartum, Uncategorized
We’ve got them. Our mothers have them. The project manager you work with, the cashier at Trader Joe’s, and the attorney on the third floor have them. If they’re so normal, why are we so weird about using them ourselves? Breasts. And not just breasts – lactating...
