#wearetheB.O.M.2 days ago2 minWhats in Your Doula bag for Doulas?!Whats in Your Doula Bag?! Many times Doulas are focused on their clients, which they should be, but we must remember we need essential pr...
#wearetheB.O.M.Jun 196 minSystematic Racism In the Hospital Setting for DoulasIn 2020, We are constantly being reminded of America's Systematic racism, from financial standpoints to socioeconomic issues within the c...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 132 minThe Art of Belly Binding!! Why its important after birth!A tradition in which we need and must bring back to the world for women. Women should wear this belly binder for 10-12 hours a day for at...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 122 minWhy 40 Days After Child Birth is so Important! It's Healing Time! #youarethebomAll over the world, there are cultural practices to support a mother during their postpartum period. Each women regardless on how many ch...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 122 minImportance of Breastfeeding for the Black Mom!!I hope that African American women pay particular attention to the information provided here.this particular guide is geared towards Afri...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 104 minNew Mom, New Look!! How do you feel? It's Awareness Time!!Becoming a mother is in itself a new experience, but to go from what you used to be or have (time) many mothers have a hard time adjustin...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 94 minBreastfeeding through trauma ( Sexual Assault) YES WE CAN!!This blog today holds a very special place in my heart, this is for all the mothers' who have decided or will decide to breastfeed throug...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 82 minWhat Baby Sitter/Daycare Providers need to know about your baby!!It's about that time.. time for separation from you and your baby for just a few hours, but can feel like forever!! You are on to your ne...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 72 minHair Loss After Having your baby!!Many new moms see noticeable hair loss a few months after having a baby. According to American Academy of Dermatology "Many new moms se...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 71 minMenstruation Cycle & Milk SupplyHave you ever wondered why??!! Am I doing something wrong? when menstrual cycle starts back which can literally occur at any time during ...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 72 minBereavement through Infant Loss or MiscarriagesI'd like to start off by saying that YOU ARE NOT ALONE!! I myself have had two miscarriages and it was an experience of a lifetime. Feeli...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 74 minShould I Hire A Doula or Midwife?! HELL, YES!!! Life or Death, the Sad Reality for African AmericansAs a mother, especially a first time mother I always suggest that each family hires a doula and or a Midwife. My highlight for today are ...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 71 minNausea When Breastfeeding?! Many mothers have reported nausea while breastfeeding, especially in the early weeks of breastfeeding. It can go away for most moms, but ...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 71 minBreastfeeding after a C-Section, Can I breastfeed?Of course, you can always breastfeed after a C- Section and t is not true that your milk will come in any less. I myself am a survivor of...
#wearetheB.O.M.May 71 minWhat is Purple Crying?!Purple crying is when your baby goes through a period of time of crying more than normal. Crying may come and go and you will not know wh...
#wearetheB.O.M.Apr 222 minBiting.....WHY does your baby bite while breastfeeding? Do I need to wean once my baby gets teeth?So, you are going through your journey of motherhood and now your baby is biting "while you breastfeed".... The real truth is that a baby...
#wearetheB.O.M.Apr 211 minCan I give my breastfed baby water?The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine advises “ Supplementation with water or glucose water, increases the risks of jaundice, excessive w...
#wearetheB.O.M.Apr 211 minWhat are some sign of Dehydration?Many first time mothers who breastfeed always voices their concerns on how would I know if their baby is dehydrated. This can be a tricky...
#wearetheB.O.M.Apr 211 minDream feeding!! Feeding your baby while hey are sleep!!Dream feeding is an important and valuable technique to feed your baby while they are STILL sleeping. Especially during the early days of...
#wearetheB.O.M.Apr 212 minHOW DO I WEAN OFF OF THE PUMP WHEN EXCLUSIVELY PUMPING!Congratulations on your pumping journey! I know this was such a long road ahead, but you did it, you accomplished your goal of feeding yo...
