Posts by Allison Tolman
Write And Following A Birth Plan – A how-to guide with samples!
A birth plan is a way for you to communicate your desires and wishes to those involved in your birth experience. It details what you’d like to have happen, what you’d like to avoid, and anything else you’d like others to know. While having a birth plan isn’t a necessity, there are many benefits to putting…
Read MoreDIY Birth Ball Cover – Make your own birthing ball cover tutorial
These birth ball covers are a must if you’ve got a birth ball (also called an exercise ball, yoga ball). This tutorial is super easy and gives your ball a beautiful new look and a handle to easily carry and store! Here’s what you’ll need: – 1 yard knit fabric. Any knit will do! (if…
Read MoreDIY Moby Wrap Tutorial
Learn to make your own Moby Style Baby Wrap! A DIY tutorial makes it easy to carry your baby and toddler around. Also includes a link to purchase from my shop!
Read MoreDIY Birth Ball Cover
These birth ball covers are a must if you’ve got a birth ball (also called exercise ball, yoga ball). This tutorial is super easy and gives your ball a beautiful new look and a handle to easily carry and store! Here’s what you’ll need: 1 yard knit fabric. Any knit will do! (if you have…
Read MoreThe Perfect Birth
The idea of a perfect birth seems too good to be true. What does a “perfect birth” look like? The better questions is, what does a perfect birth look like to you. There are a few things that can help you toward having a positive birth experience!
Read MoreHow To Have A Perfect Birth – Advise from a Doula
The idea of a perfect birth seems too good to be true. What does a “perfect birth” look like? The better question is, what does a perfect birth look like to you. We all have preconceived notions of what birth is like from TV, media, birth stories we’ve heard, and our own thoughts and fears. There…
Read MoreUltimate Mother’s Milk Tea
Make your own herbal tea to promote milk production and healthy breastfeeding! The Ultimate Mother’s Milk Tea
Read MoreHomemade Mothers Milk Tea – Increase Breastmilk Production
First of all, I’m a tea newbie! But I thought I’d give it a try when I needed a little boost after going back to work and starting the pumping game. I got the original Mother’s Milk Tea recipe from this website, but I added another few things I found from other resources too. I ordered…
Read MoreFoods That Increase Milk Supply
Milk supply is the most common concern for new moms. Is my baby getting enough? Maybe my milk isn’t rich enough? Nutrition during breastfeeding is just as important as nutrition during pregnancy. A well balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables will help tremendously to keep up milk supply, but there are also several foods…
Read More6 reasons you shouldn’t hesitate to hire a doula-in-training
Doula’s are an invaluable addition to any birth team. Doula’s come in all shapes and sizes along with different levels of experience and expertise. While there is no substitute for experience, there are some pros to hiring a doula-in-training or novice doula.
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