Newborns cry in different languages
It’s true! And we’ve known this for a few years, but it never ceases to amaze me when I think about it. To learn more, I encourage you to check out this amazing article on multilingualism and fetal development. TLDR: babies who gestated around parents speaking French are distinguishable in their cries from babies who…
A dozen items that should be on every baby registry checklist (but usually aren’t)
Registry checklists will remind you about cribs, milk storage bags, and diapers, but they usually forget these 12 essentials.
How to honor a loved one who has died, as you welcome a new baby
Birth and death often go hand in hand. This is often true for families who are welcoming a new little one while mourning the loss of someone they love – often a parent or another ancestor. Here are some ideas of how you can incorporate that loved one’s memory into your birth and early postpartum…
ICYMI: Most popular blog posts of 2023
In case you missed it, here are the top blog post hits from Abby the Sociologist Doula so far this year.
ICYMI: Most popular blog posts of the first half of 2023
In case you missed it, here are the top blog post hits from Abby the Sociologist Doula so far this year.
Terms Explained: what’s Vitamin K?
You’re looking at your adorable newborn, welcoming them to the world, and then somebody’s asking you about giving them some kind of a shot?! What IS Vitamin K, anyway?
Looking for a massage in the Michiana area?
Here’s my recommendation for a massage therapist in the Michiana area.
ICYMI: Most popular blog posts of the first half of 2022
In case you missed it, here are the top blog post hits from Abby the Sociologist Doula so far this year.
What’s the deal with placenta consumption?
Love it? Hate it? No idea what it is?
Read this post to learn about placenta consumption.
Why do I need to pee when I nurse or pump?
Answering the questions that matter to lactating parents.
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