We all know that pregnancy and the postpartum period can be difficult for moms. Our bodies go through intense changes and sometimes (unfortunately) traumatic...
Please talk to your medical provider before beginning any exercise program. First of all, congratulations on your new bundle of joy!!!! I’m so happy you are...
I love a good deal. Especially when it comes to baby and kid items.  Before we lived here in Burlington, we lived in Minneapolis, MN....
To my beautiful daughter, Two years ago I was eagerly anticipating your arrival into this world. I was 6 days overdue, super uncomfortable, and so...
October is pregnancy loss awareness month. A few weeks ago, one of our brave writers pointed out that women today don't talk about miscarriage...
Finding great breastfeeding-friendly outfits when you have a large bust can be tricky. And lonely. Before my first was born, many people, blogs, pins,...
With my first born I had a lot of trouble breastfeeding. I mean A LOT. It felt like we had all the problems.  I had...
The benefits of a Doula

Doula Support? YES

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Doula support? YES More and more individuals and families are choosing to use the support of a Doula during their childbearing year, and specifically during...
Are you hoping for an “on-time” arrival? As a midwife and new mother, I knew the emotional dangers of becoming attached to my due date...
By now, you may have read about some of the struggles and challenges other women have faced getting and staying pregnant. My husband and I...
The NICU, which stands for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit isn’t discussed in What To Expect When You're Expecting, or The Girlfriends Guide to...
{Disclaimer: We have partnered with Synergy HomeCare to bring you the following post. However, all opinions are our own!} Moms are usually the last people...
Before having your first baby, breastfeeding is probably high on your trepidation checklist. Sure, it’s a magical act of bonding between you and your...

Dear Baby Girl

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Dear Baby Girl, You both delight and terrify me. I have spent many a sleepless night wishing for you, and now that you're on the way...

In + Around Vermont

The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families

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Late into the evening on Monday, December 16, I lay in bed while my three kids were asleep, watching the Men’s National Collegiate Soccer...