I didn’t realize how arduous and difficult it would be to traverse the miles-long overgrown valley on the other side (of birth).

Why not acknowledge, more often, what a challenge it is to be a man, let alone a father, in a system that does not support parents, and does

“I thought I had set clear boundaries prior to my son’s birth, particularly around the initial moments right after he was delivered. That...

This past week, I read an article about postpartum depression in our local newspaper. At first I was pleased about the growing awareness...

We want our babies and children to be happy…and happiness means no crying. Right? Nope. Crying is how newborn babies communicate their...

Sometimes the intense impulse to learn as much as possible in order to avoid a stressor can cause more stress than we seek to alleviate....

Judie is a new friend of mine and has been a Certified Nurse Midwife for over 40 years. She was trained at Downstate Medical Center in...

For those of you who are seasoned mothers, this is a must read; for those of you who have recently become mothers, keep this book in mind.

While every woman’s pregnancy is different, and you should – as always – check with your doctor first – there are general guidelines and exe

I love reminders of how the rhythms of our lives are connected with the earth. When I tune into Mother Earth, her seasons, and myself I...

For most newborns, one of the hardest parts of adapting to life outside the womb is digestion. Just like the respiratory system, the...

We all want the best for our kids, right? We do what we can to provide stimulating environments, secure attachment, positive...

This is a wonderful combination of nourishing herbs to fortify new mamas! Drink it at room temperature or cold for refreshing summer...

I’ve been enjoying listening to a book called Willpower Doesn't Work: Discover the Hidden Keys to Success by Benjamin Hardy over the last...

This is a really nourishing treat post-partum. Sweet taste is grounding and nourishing. Dates are particularly nutritive to the female...

When we give birth, the elements of Space and Air are elevated by the fast shift from being pregnant to mama and baby's bodies parting.

While living in Spain this year, I haven’t gotten to hang out with many newborn babies and their moms. I miss them - really, deeply, and...

Every time I make this dish for clients, they sit right down and eat the whole thing! No leftovers... I've put my own spin on this...

Last year at this time, I listened to a wonderful talk by Jackie Dobrinska at Jubilee! Community Church in Asheville. Her message was one...

As we near the end of January and the excitement of the holidays settles, I am enjoying this New Year's wish that a friend here in Spain...