8 Questions to Ask When Interviewing Your Detroit Birth Doula

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8 Questions to Ask When Interviewing Your Detroit Birth Doula

Choosing the right birth doula is a big decision for expectant parents in Metro Detroit or Ann Arbor. Beyond the standard inquiries about experience and certifications, asking unique or uncommon questions can help you find a doula whose approach and values align with yours and ultimately help you connect more deeply with your doula, therefore increasing trust. Here are five uncommon questions to consider during your birth doula interviews:

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8 Uncommon Baby Registry Items: Essential Picks from a Doula

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8 Uncommon Baby Registry Items: Essential Picks from a Doula

Creating a baby registry is an exciting part of pregnancy and one that many parents put a lot of thought into! If you’re anything like me you did your research to find the best of the best and also wanted to hear from others about things you may not have thought to register for. While the essentials are important, there are some less common items that can make a huge difference in your postpartum experience and your baby’s first year. Here’s my personal list of the lesser known baby registry items, perfect for new parents in Michigan.

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Nurturing Your Postpartum Journey With a Postpartum Doula

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Nurturing Your Postpartum Journey With a Postpartum Doula

Welcoming a new baby into your life is an incredible experience that brings immense joy and excitement. However, it's essential to remember that the postpartum period, often called the "4th trimester," is a time of adjustment and recovery for both parents and newborns. Finding a compassionate and knowledgeable postpartum doula can provide invaluable support during this transformative phase of your parenting journey. Their expertise in postpartum recovery, baby care, and newborn care specialist ensures that you have the guidance and support you need as you navigate this special time in your life.

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Easy & Practical Postpartum Meal Solutions

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Easy & Practical Postpartum Meal Solutions

Maybe you’re one of the lucky ones whose friends and family arranged a meal train for those first precious weeks as a growing family. Or maybe you took advantage of those pregnancy nesting urges by preparing a whole bunch of freezer meals ahead of time. Whether you were super organized, have the support of friends or family, or let the postpartum meal preparation fall through the cracks there will undoubtably come a time where you need a quick and easy postpartum recipe.

When you haven’t slept in god knows how long the last thing you want to do is have some taxing meal prep zap the very last bit of energy you have. If we may, let us share a couple of ideas that just might save that precious bit of energy and restore your sanity.

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Pregnancy & Postpartum Date Nights in Metro Detroit

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Pregnancy & Postpartum Date Nights in Metro Detroit

Whether you are looking for a stay-cation style babymoon, are aiming to ease those pregnancy cravings, or are finally able to go get the sushi you’ve been dreaming about for the last 9 months, we have some favorite date night ideas for Metro Detroit.

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6 Ways to Support Restful Sleep for Your Family

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6 Ways to Support Restful Sleep for Your Family

When I tell people I’m a Pediatric Sleep Coach, I often get the response “Can you teach ME how to sleep better?”

My answer: “Yes, but you might not like what I tell you to do!”

That always gets a few laughs, mostly because it’s true and adults cognitively recognize that they don’t prioritize sleep as much as they probably should. But, I give the advice just the same because you never know what’s going to resonate with someone. It’s always possible that a simple tip surrounding sleep hygiene or nighttime routines will click and improve someone’s quality of sleep.

For clients, I tailor my guidance for each family’s own needs, routine, and lifestyle, but in general, here are the 6 most significant ways you can support restful sleep for the whole family!

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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Delivery Day

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If your due date is drawing near, you’re probably thinking about getting your hospital bag ready to go. Packing your hospital bag well in advance will ensure you don’t forget any essential items at home on the big day — like your cellphone charger! That said, it’s also easy to go overboard and pack a lot of stuff you don’t need, adding unnecessary bulk to your bag. To help you keep it simple, Detroit Dreams Tonight shares some insights. Here’s everything you need to pack — and a few things that you don’t — for a comfortable stay in the hospital.

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