I just had a baby. Now what?
We've all heard about postpartum depression... What can we do to open a dialog about what happens to women as new moms? Some women...
Your hands are full: The Importance of the Postpartum Doula after the Birth of Multiples
There once was a village… And in that village, for the days and weeks after, a woman who gave birth would be physically and emotionally...
Postpartum hormones: 2 Weeks – 14 Days – 336 Hours Part 2
Welcome to Birthing Gently’s monthly blog. Last month, we explored the numerous changes rapidly happening to you and your beautiful new...
Pets and Pregnancy, Part Two: Your Cat, Your Pregnancy, and Bringing Home Baby
Where would we be without our furbabies? Our cuddly cats, our delightful dogs, our fine feathered friends. We adore them. They fill our...
Boston's Premier Doula Agency is YOUR Premier Doula Agency
...and here’s why. “She was reliable, kind, and competent.” “Our doula was a true blessing.” “We were impressed at the degree of...
Kangaroo Care: "Hold Me Close...It's Great for Both of Us"
Hello, Mommies and Daddies-to-be and all of you who are snuggling with your baby(ies) even as you peruse our website. Warmer weather is...
Oxytocin: Just a Little Hug Can Do So Much
How quickly the month of February has flown by, at least for me. It seems like I always have much more to do than can possibly be...
Opinions...
Everybody has one. And many are most willing to share theirs, whether asked for or not. Since the holiday season, with its visits and...
Postpartum: 2 Weeks – 14 Days – 336 Hours – Part 1
You have been home for two weeks with your amazingly perfect tiny human being. You have survived, yes, survived, 14 days of motherhood....
