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I Wanted A Water Birth, Soooo Bad!
What happens when it does not quite go the way you planned... I was 24 when I was pregnant with my son, Jacob. (who I am currently in the process of high school applications for, ugh!) I was young and didn’t know much about birth but, there was some part of me...
Baby Must Haves for Surviving Chicago Winters
Chicago winters can be brutal. Cold, windy and wet. Not an ideal place to carry around a miniature person that can’t regulate it’s own temperature well. As parents, we have to do everything we can to keep out littles ones warm and safe through every season. Don’t let...
Must Haves for Postpartum Recovery
If you just had a baby, there is a good chance your lady parts feel like deflated balloon. Here are a few ways to ease postpartum discomfort so you can enjoy those first few weeks with your little one and spend less time worrying about downstairs. Fridet the Momwasher...
Mom recommended or Mom invented: Top 30 super innovative baby products
Here at the Chicago Familiy Doulas office we have scowered the world of baby products to bring you the top most used, mom recommended or mom invented, super innovative baby products to make your life as new parents just a little bit easier… Covered Goods (mom...
Best Baby Carriers for Dad
Many dad or other male caregivers are interested in using baby carriers both because it’s convenient and because it offers a wonderful opportunity to bond with baby. They prefer something easy and simple. While there are plenty of men who proudly sport floral prints,...
Getting Ready For Baby: Meal Prep Ideas
Preparing meals can be a challenge during the postpartum period. Using some of the third trimester nesting energy to stock your freezer is something you won’t regret. Here are some ideas for meals that are frozen and easy to heat and eat. If you’re reading this too...
Ashley’s Baby Carrier Breakdown
When one first discovers the world of using baby carriers, referred to as “babywearing,” the plethora of options may be a bit intimidating. There are many reasons to use baby carriers and many different people who may be wearing baby. I believe variety is best, so...
Top Table Foods For Baby
So you have just been feeding that cutie pie, milk, milk, and more milk and now she is grabbing everything on the table and trying to put it in her mouth. This may mean it is time to start thinking about “table food.” But what "real food" do you start with? Rice...
Doula’s Top Pumpkin and Apple Adventures with two bonus Pumpkin Recipes
Our Doula’s Favorite Pumpkin patches and Aple Orchards bonus recipes to make with your pumpkin treasures once you come home Kroll’s Fall Harvest Farm If you are looking for something simple Kroll’s boasts a variety of different pumpkins. There are hayrides...