Support for your journey as you become a mom and recover from pregnancy.
Tips and tricks for recovering from a C-section with a toddler (or toddlers). Getting your toddler in and out of the crib, keeping him from crawling all over you, and more. I sat in my doctor’s office, 6 months pregnant, swinging my feet off the table like a nervous girl. “Do you want a…
Can you breastfeed after a C-section? And all the essentials you need for breastfeeding after a cesarean section. Tips to make breastfeeding a success. “Is there anything you need?” my labor and delivery nurse asked as she pushed me into recovery. I’d done this before and I knew the one item I needed right away….
What to wear after a cesarean delivery to stay comfortable and feel confident with a c-section incision, while breastfeeding. The best options for coming home from the hospital, lounging at home, leaving the house, working out, and going back to work. I frantically dug through my hospital bag, looking for one more outfit, hoping I’d…
A list of 30 first time mom baby registry items. Carefully curated based on what you’ll need for your baby. Great for new moms who have no idea what to buy for their baby. I sat in the hospital waiting room, scrolling through my baby registry. Christmas was over and it was time for me…
The best gifts for C-Section moms. My favorite gifts for first-time moms or new moms after a scheduled C-Section, unplanned, or emergency C-Section. “Don’t forget newborn diapers, wipes, and some high-rise granny panties,” I reminded my husband as he headed to the store. “Granny panties?” he questioned. “Yep.” The one postpartum item I’d decided not…
What to pack for the hospital (C-Section edition). Everything you need to know about having a c-section, c-section essentials, c-section postpartum essentials, what to wear after a c-section, and c-section recovery essentials. My incision site felt like it was on fire. As I gently lifted my belly to inspect it, I found blisters had formed…
The best pajamas for the hospital after a C-section. What to pack to stay comfortable after your surgery—gowns, pants, and nursing tops. I pulled the pair of maternity lounge shorts that I’d bought specifically for this out of my hospital bag, glad I had something that worked this time. But when I pulled them on,…
The best pants for after C-Section, during the postpartum recovery period. Options for all different occasions and styles. I stared blankly at my dresser drawers. I literally didn’t have anything to wear. Every pair of pants I owned were either maternity or a few sizes too small at two weeks postpartum. I signed and grabbed…
Postpartum depression experiences with natural treatment solutions. For new moms who think they may be experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression. As I held my crying newborn for, who knew how many nights in a row, I cried alongside him. It was 1 am and I didn’t know what to do anymore. “I’m sorry, baby. Sorry,…
C-section postpartum essentials for moms who are preparing for a c-section. Grab these 7 things to prepare for postpartum after a c-section. I was startled awake by the sound of my newborn baby’s cry. Looking over at my husband, who continued to sleep as our baby grew more insistent, I realized I was on my…