One of the most common concerns I hear from new parents is about their baby's sleep. It can be overwhelming and exhausting to navigate the world of newborn sleep, especially when you're already sleep-deprived yourself. To help sort things out, I'll explain the science of newborn sleep cycles and offer some tips for helping your baby (and you!) get more rest.
If you’re an expecting parent, you may have heard of people talking about "liquid gold” as part of their lactation/feeding experience. What they’re referring to is colostrum, the incredibly nutrient-rich first milk related after birth. Colostrum has been dubbed liquid gold in part for its appearance (having a dark yellow color and thicker consistency than mature milk), and in part for the valuable role it can play in newborn health.
The postpartum period is an understandably challenging time for new parents as they adjust to life with a newborn. It can be full of physical and emotional changes, sleepless nights, and steep learning curves, but it doesn’t have to be navigated alone. Postpartum doulas are trained professionals who offer a wide range of support services to new parents during this incredibly important and vulnerable period.
