To Clone or Not to Clone?
That is the question… Well, not really. I’ve often wished that I could clone myself – not for any weird reasons, I think there really should only be one unique version of us in the world. It’s just that there’s an awful lot I’d like to accomplish in this one, wild life I’ve been given […]
Educating Educators!
Not so long ago, I had the pleasure of working with a room full of Health Educators for a training session I’d developed to help these professionals increase the level of engagement they have with their students. No pressure, or anything, but when the title of your presentation is: “Teach to Reach: Six Rules of […]
Self-Care & Why We’re So Bad At It…
Most of us have this relationship with self-care that goes something like this: “When I can find the time (and the money!) I’m going to make that appointment at the spa for a full-day treatment!” Or, “I’m going to start dropping hints now, so that my honey will set up a full-day spa treatment for […]
I Love a Good Conference…
I was at an all-day conference over the weekend that focused on body positivity -a touchy subject for most women, especially those whose bodies have been transformed by pregnancy and birth. There’s so much pressure for us to return to – acting, working, looking, behaving, being – who we were before the baby. This presumes two things: […]
Social Media – Like or Dislike?!
Social media and parenting… Not always a good combination and all too-often not reality-based. Expecting and new parents need a soft space to fall and fail – and online isn’t always the right space for this.
Second Stage Labor
Everything you ever wanted to know about the 2nd Stage of Labor (with a killer song to boot!)
I Need A Nap!
What should your #1 priority be for postpartum??? SLEEP and how are you going to get more of it?
New Parent Support Groups
You need to step outside of your comfort zone and seek out support as a new parents. Finding a new parent support group should be one of your top priorities.