So much about parenthood is unpredictable. From pre-conception to your birth plan it usually doesn’t follow a predictable pattern. It’s a challenge, especially for a Type A mama like myself! But you know what is predictable, the science and development…
The important link between maternal health and family health
I love working with children, it’s one of the reasons I went into pediatrics. But once I was in the field for a while I realized that supporting parents was my life’s work. I realized this even before becoming a…
How to involve your partner in baby and child sleep care
One of the most common questions I get when giving newborn education talks is “how can involve my partner in bedtime and overnight sleep care?”. This is not a surprising question because overnight breastfeeding, and feeding a baby in general,…
Fatigue versus tiredness, how do we tell the difference?
Lately, in the afternoons I feel like I hit a brick wall. I slept well the night before, but I just feel drained. It’s true that in periods of psychological stress, such as what we are experiencing with COVID-19, both…
The impact of caffeine on mom and newborn sleep
Oh, coffee, how I love thee. My first cup of coffee was in Italy when I was 14 years old and I never turned back. I first actually ordered a “latte” and just got steamed milk. My coffee ordering, and…
