A good night’s sleep is a rare commodity once kids come into the equation. Even though days can be hectic and exhausting for mamas, it’s often still difficult to actually fall asleep when you finally get to bed. We find ourselves worrying about the kids, stressing about work, and planning the future. On top of that, a sleepless baby or little one who fights bedtimes can really wear you down. All of this can take away from our precious beauty rest. We’ve pulled together some of our favorite ways to help mamas get some much needed Z’s. Dream On- There’s a supplement for everything right...

Most parents are prepared for the sleepless newborn phase - you hear A LOT about it when you’re pregnant, but there’s nothing quite like experiencing it yourself for the first time. Luckily there are a few ways to sneak in a few extra minutes of sleep every day. Take turns with your partner. As soon as your baby will take a bottle, take turns with the night feedings so you can count on getting a solid stretch of sleep a few times a week. Just the psychological aspect of knowing you will get a break can...

Preparing to breastfeed before you give birth is one of the many ways you can set yourself up for a successful breastfeeding journey. From finding a local lactation consultant to work with, to taking a breastfeeding class or even by reading a book - there are many things you can do to educate yourself! We also highly suggest getting acquainted with these wonderful resources below! Lactation Link: Started by Lindsey Shipley an RN, Childbirth Educator, and IBCLC-certified Lactation Coach - Lactation Link offers online breastfeeding courses, webinars and an active social media community.   Kelly Mom: Without a...

Registering for a baby can be an overwhelming task for a first time mom - there’s soooo much baby gear to think about, so many different reviews and opinions to consider. We often find that moms forget one very important category when registering….putting themselves on the list! That’s right - it’s not just all about baby, mama. You need to take care of yourself during the postpartum and early days with a newborn in order to be the best mother you can be. So when you’re thinking about creating your perfect registry before your baby shower...

We’re thrilled to have the chance to chat pre and post-partum wellness with new mama Erin Williams— a doula, lactation counselor, pre/postnatal fitness expert, and Lamaze certified childbirth educator.  Erin moved to NYC in 2002 to pursue a career in fashion and modeling and lives on the Upper East Side with her husband, her sweet baby boy, and their fluffy cats. Erin has been practicing yoga for over 10 years as a way to keep sane in NYC and teaches pre and post natal fitness and yoga teacher at FPC/NYC. She also has her own practice as a doula...