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6 Maneras Creativas de Encontrar una Comunidad Como Mamá

Ser mamá transforma tu comunidad de maneras inesperadas. Si bien antes hacíamos planes con amigas por impulso, ahora necesitas una niñera o llevar a tu bebé contigo. Es posible que tus amigas sin hijos no entiendan tu vida ni cómo adaptarse a tus necesidades. Ahora que estás en una nueva etapa de la vida, es

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Moms playing with their babies together showing mom community

6 Creative Ways to Find Community As a Mom

Becoming a mom shifts your community in unexpected ways. While you once made plans with friends on a whim, now you need a babysitter or to bring your baby along. Friends without kids may not understand your life or how to accommodate your needs. Now that you’re in a new season of life, it’s normal

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What Is an IBCLC and When Should I Seek Lactation Support?

What is an IBCLC and When Should I Seek Lactation Support?

If you’re experiencing challenges with breastfeeding, you don’t need to suffer and wait for your situation to improve. Meeting with an IBCLC can save you months of pain and frustration for you and your baby.  What is an IBCLC? IBCLC stands for International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. According to the Lactation Network an IBCLC is

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Crystal's Story

La Historia de Crystal

“Cuando estaba embarazada, me sentí destrozada,” compartió Crystal, una de nuestras recientes clientas. Abrumada por su embarazo, con las facturas acumulándose y en busca de empleo, Crystal enfrentó una de las etapas más difíciles de su vida. No estaba segura de poder llevar adelante el embarazo y criar a este bebé. Una amiga le recomendó

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Crystal's Story

Crystal’s Story

“When I was pregnant, I felt heartbroken,” shared Crystal, one of our recent clients. Overwhelmed by her pregnancy, with bills piling up and a job search underway, Crystal faced one of the hardest seasons of her life. She wasn’t sure she could carry and parent this baby.  A friend pointed her to The Pregnancy Network,

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S2E6 I Your Guide To Breastfeeding

S2E6: Your Guide To Breastfeeding

“Breastfeeding sets up the baby for lifelong health. What we do early is important throughout the lifespan.” – Mary Ann, RN On our recent episode of Pregnancy Has Entered the Chat we spoke with The Pregnancy Network staff RN and certified lactation consultant, Mary Ann, about all things breastfeeding. Mary Ann shared a wealth of

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5 Tips to Stay Healthy During the Back-To-School Season

School is back in session and so are all the yucky germs. Flu season is just around the corner. No one likes missing school or work due to sickness, especially when it feels like you’re just getting back into the swing of things this fall. Try these five tips to keep your family healthy during

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