Dear New Moms and Dads. I’m prepping for my quarterly Newborn Essentials “How to Thrive Not Just Survive with Your Newborn” class. It’s my favorite class and here’s why. In this class, we play. It’s less heady, and more hands on. We laugh (a lot). Dads and moms practice tying Bobas and Moby wraps. We […]
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What to look for in your Childbirth Education Class
Amy Meilen, PT, CD(DONA) A good childbirth education class (CBE) can make the difference between parents feeling out of control and overwhelmed and being able to handle the expected and often unexpected of your baby’s birthday and the days and weeks that follow. When you’re thinking about signing up for CBE, consider your ideal birth […]
Abhyanga Massage
Abhyanga: The Art of Self Love through Massage For Pregnancy and Post Partum Bliss By Radha Schwaller, CMT, Certified Ayurvedic Educator & Practitioner The body of one who uses oil massage regularly does not become affected much even if subjected to accidental injuries, or strenuous work. By using oil massage daily, a […]
Oxytocin: Birth, Breastfeeding Bonding and Beyond
Oxytocin. commonly referred to as the ‘love hormone’, surges with the feeling of being “in love”. When we feel that connection with others through touch—kissing or cuddling—our oxytocin levels soar. Oxytocin—this amazing neurotransmitter—plays an enormous role from birth to breastfeeding and bonding with your newborn. Optimal levels of oxytocin help us to birth, feed, and […]
