One of the best things I did to prepare for my postpartum healing was to make a DIY postpartum care kit. Having these postpartum recovery supplies ready set me up for success once I returned home from birthing my baby. Read on to learn about the importance of making a postpartum care kit, plus the […]
How I Used ‘The First Forty Days’ Book to Plan My Dream Postpartum
Although your health and nutrition are at the forefront of your mind during pregnancy, you may be more focused on preparing for your little one than planning for a healthy postpartum for you! But your health during the first few months of your baby’s life is critical for your well-being as a mother and your […]
What Is a Mother’s Blessing? All About the Baby Shower Alternative
If you’re looking for a more spiritual alternative to a traditional baby shower, you may be interested in having a Mother’s Blessing. This ceremony focuses more on supporting the pregnant woman on her journey to motherhood than it does on gifts for the baby. But what is a Mother’s Blessing and how can you host […]
What Is Embodiment?
Embodiment is kind of a buzzword these days. Brené Brown recently discussed it in Atlas of the Heart, and there are even scientific studies around embodiment, language, and psychology. But what actually is embodiment? And how do you become embodied? (This post contains affiliate links. Click here to read our disclaimer.) EMBODIMENT 101 Embodiment means […]
15 Must-Haves for a Comfortable Pregnancy
Let’s be honest: there are a lot of uncomfy parts of pregnancy. Insomnia, lower back pain, and achy feet aren’t exactly fun. But pregnancy doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Fortunately, we live in a time when a lot of amenities are available to us – many just a click away. These must-haves for a comfortable […]