The most important factor during daylight savings for your sleeping baby is making the transition as smooth as possible. Birth – 9 months: At this…
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Pulling the Swaddle for your Babies Sleep
Your little person just rolled over…..now what? You need to pull the swaddle for the safest night sleep but this is not as easy as…
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3 exercises to help teach your baby how to roll over and pull the swaddle.
Has your baby started to roll over and you are wanting to pull the swaddle for sleep. There are a few things to consider when…
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Postpartum Support – Newborn/Infant Care.
The assistance of a Postpartum Doula or Newborn Care Specialist during the postpartum period is an amazing benefit to new parents. Their ability to be…
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Nationwide Family Support Newborns/Toddlers+ NCS DOULAS SLEEP SUPPORT AND MORE
Are you feeling the need for more support? Our team at Maternal Instincts is composed of highly trained, educated providers with extensive experience and knowledge….
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Breastfeeding 101: 5 Breastfeeding Tips New moms should know!
Breastfeeding is an art, know that it takes time to learn. Be patient and gentle with yourself as you and your baby are learning to latch and position for feedings.
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Circumcision for Newborn Boys – How to change a diaper after circumcision
Alright, let’s talk about circumcisions. I want to make sure that if you have any questions, you can always reach out to us, but here…
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The Benefits of Having a Breastfeeding Meal Plan
It’s important to maintain a healthy, balanced diet for you and your baby while breastfeeding. A breastfeeding meal plan can help you do that.
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How to Deal With Breastfeeding Issues & Pain
Are you having a tough time nursing your little one? We’ve put together some common breastfeeding issues and how you can find solutions or relief for them.
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Infant Massage for Better Baby Sleep
If you’re frustrated with sleep training, or your usual sleep aids just aren’t doing the trick to help your baby get enough sleep, you may…
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Baby Sleep Patterns and Common Regressions
By knowing typical newborn sleep patterns and when sleep regressions can occur in the first year, you’ll understand what your baby is going through!
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Starting Solids With Rachelle: When are Solid Foods Right for Your Baby?
The day has finally come: you’re pretty sure you’re ready to start your baby on solids… but where do you start, exactly? And how can…
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Baby Sleep Support Groups at Maternal Instincts
Sleep Groups!! We currently offer two sleep groups for: expecting parents and parents of up to six month old babies, and a separate class for…
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Soothing Your Baby’s Nervous System: Supporting Your Newborn
When Your Baby’s Nervous System Needs a “Reset” The witching hour….oh every parent relates to this sacred time of intense anxiety and fear. Every baby…
At What Age do Babies Roll Over?
You’ve heard the saying you have to crawl before you can walk, but you actually have to roll before you can even crawl. A baby’s…
How Long is Maternity Leave?
Maternity leave is when a mother stops working because she is about to have, has had, or has adopted a baby. The most common term…
When Can Babies Eat Baby Food?
For the first six months of your baby’s life, your baby will be exclusively drinking formula or breastmilk. However, once your baby can hold their…
When Should You Start Buying Maternity Clothes?
It may be tempting to start purchasing maternity clothes as soon as you see a little baby bump. Every woman is different, and every pregnancy…
Can a Newborn Sleep with a Pacifier?
Using a pacifier comes with pluses and minuses. If your baby likes a pacifier, then it is probably their favorite accessory. While the future of…
Can You Overfeed a Newborn?
As new parents, we spend so much time stressing over our baby is getting enough food. Parents will often encourage their baby to finish their…
How Much Breast Milk for Newborn?
When you bring your baby home from the hospital, you may be asking how much breast milk for newborn? t’s easy to let your baby…
How to Get a Newborn to Sleep in a Bassinet
The first few weeks of having a newborn baby can be mentally and physically exhausting. It is natural for your baby to fall asleep in…