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What's Daddy's Role in the NICU?

I always thought I would only write about the fun and entertaining parts of pregnancy, and never have to venture into the spaces of pain, and hurt. I want to share this experience[...]

Should You Study Sign Language While Pregnant?

Have you ever been out to the store or restaurant and noticed a Mom who was communicating with her baby or child via sign language? Maybe you seen a baby that looked like this (see[...]

Anya Sarre interviews Ana P. Markel of Bini Birth at 2012 PAM

Anya Sarre interviews Ana P. Markel, founder of BINIBirth, birth educator and Doula. This clip was shot during the set-up of the 5th Anniversary of PAM's LA Event in 2012 and Anya[...]

What Helps a Stuffy Nose? Moisture

Reposted from our blog from December 21, 2011 due to the number of colds and flu being reported. The first time my daughter had a seriously stuffy nose she was 7 month[...]

Fitting in Fitness

There is no arguing that it is tough to get your workouts in when you become a mom. New moms are happy to get in a shower much less a workout. But it’s at this exhausted time that [...]

Husbands, Birth Plans and A Lady Named Sarah

When I was pregnant with our first child I joined a Due in November (DIN) forum (long before Facebook) which included ladies from all over the world. For me it was an opportunity t[...]

Postpartum Doulas in Brazil: Supporting Mothers in a Cesarean Culture

Brazil calls me, often, in every sense of the word. I am Brazilian, originally from there. And I am an advocate for natural birth here in Los Angeles. I own a birthing education[...]

5 Steps to Conscious Conception

The conscious conception of a child is one of the most fulfilling experiences that life provides. The calling in of a baby in a conscious way – whether through your own womb or thr[...]

10-Minute Workouts While Baby Naps

Can't manage to "nap while the baby naps?" Tone up with one of these easy, equipment-free workouts. Feeling-Zen Workout Yoga is an excellent way to energize, relieve stress,[...]

Positively Pregnant!

You are the bundle of joy. Enjoying your pregnancy is an incredible way of thanking the universe for allowing your body to create another soul. It's a time to be aware of your emot[...]