Posts by Cosima & Anathea
Understanding Postpartum OCD
Bringing a new baby home is one of life’s biggest transitions. While it’s normal for new parents to feel anxious, some experience thoughts and behaviors that go far beyond typical worry. This condition, known as postpartum OCD, is often misunderstood and mistaken for general anxiety or depression. But recognizing it early and getting the right…
Read MoreCore and Pelvic Floor Recovery Basics
Introduction: Healing from the Inside Out The weeks following birth are filled with physical recovery, emotional adjustments, and new routines. Amid diaper changes, feedings, and sleepless nights, one essential aspect of postpartum care often gets overlooked, core and pelvic floor recovery. Your core and pelvic floor muscles play a vital role in stability, posture, and…
Read MoreCreating a Calm Nursery for Better Sleep
Creating a calm nursery for better sleep helps babies rest longer and parents feel more at ease. Discover simple ways to set it up. Bringing a baby home is exciting, joyful, and, let’s be honest, a little overwhelming. Between learning feeding cues, adjusting to new routines, and managing your own rest, sleep can feel like…
Read MoreWhen and How to Start Pumping
Learn when and how to start pumping to build a milk supply, return to work, or share feeding duties while supporting your breastfeeding journey. Bringing home a new baby is full of changes, feeding being one of the biggest adjustments. For many parents, breastfeeding is a rewarding experience, but it also comes with questions. One…
Read MoreMaking Time for Friendships After Baby
Making time for friendships after baby can feel impossible. Discover realistic tips to stay connected and nurture your support system. The Challenge of Friendships in the Postpartum Period Welcoming a new baby is joyful, life-changing, and often a little overwhelming. Between sleepless nights, feeding schedules, and adjusting to your new identity as a parent, one…
Read MoreMiddle Child: Celebrating the Unique Role in the Family
Middle children often get an unfair reputation. They’re sometimes labeled as “the forgotten ones” sandwiched between the firstborn’s milestones and the youngest’s spotlight. Yet anyone raising—or being—a middle child knows they bring a special spark to family life. Middle Child Day, observed every year on August 12th, is the perfect opportunity to acknowledge their individuality,…
Read MoreHydration Tips for Breastfeeding Moms
Bringing home a baby is a big deal—but between the round-the-clock feedings, diaper changes, and learning your new rhythm, it’s easy to forget about your own basic needs. One of the most essential (and overlooked) parts of postpartum recovery is staying hydrated—especially if you’re breastfeeding. Breastfeeding requires extra fluids to support milk production and your…
Read MoreThe Importance of Floor Play in Early Development
When you think about helping your baby grow, you might imagine books, toys, or classes. But one of the most powerful tools for development is simple and free: the floor. Floor play in early development gives babies a chance to move, explore, and bond with their caregivers—all at their own pace. Whether your baby is…
Read MoreMindfulness Practices You Can Do with a Newborn
Bringing home a newborn is a whirlwind of love, hormones, and (let’s be honest) a lot of guesswork. Amid the feedings, diaper changes, and sleep deprivation, it’s easy to lose sight of your own well-being. That’s where mindfulness for new parents comes in—it’s a simple, accessible way to stay grounded and present during the intense…
Read MoreBaby-Wearing While Traveling: Tips and Tricks
Traveling with a baby can feel like a high-stakes operation—one minute you’re a well-packed parent, the next you’re juggling a wailing infant, a collapsing stroller, and a pacifier that’s somehow disappeared into a black hole. If this sounds familiar, don’t worry—you’re not alone. And thankfully, there’s one powerful tool that can change the entire experience:…
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