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Baby’s First Holiday

Posted on: December 4, 2023 | Activity, Babies, Famillies, Fatherhood, Motherhood, Parenting

Firsts are so much fun. A first tooth cutting through a big gummy grin. The first unassisted step towards frolic freedom. That first taste of solid substance tickling the palate. Celebrating the baby’s first holiday is one of those fun milestones that you can get excited about no matter how old the baby. Here are some fun activities, gift ideas, and memories to savor for that first holiday tradition! Baby’s . . .

Meet The Team: Ednalyna Martin

Posted on: October 23, 2023 | Birth Work, Community, Doulas, Famillies, Information, Labor, Labor Doulas, Las Vegas, Motherhood, Parenting, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Relationships, VFD Team

“Take it one day at a time. This is new, and you are learning with your baby.” ~ Ednalyna Martin Edna is a foodie who loves adventure and discovering new foods. Her hobbies include experiences in nature, spending time with family, dancing, and crafting. Through self-healing and self-discovery, Edna is grateful for the journey because it has shifted how she serves her community with intention, authenticity, and love! Edna brings her . . .

Meet The Team: Khristina Givens

Posted on: October 3, 2023 | Birth Work, Community, Doulas, Famillies, Las Vegas, Postpartum Doulas, VFD Team

When paths cross, and passions align, you must jump at the opportunity to have someone like Khristina on your team. Since certifying as a doula and joining the Vegas Family Doulas Team, Khristina has supported families with over 500 hours of support and continues to lead new parents with understanding and relatability. As your postpartum doula, Khristina supports you on the beautiful journey into parenthood. Khristina wants the clients she . . .

Breastfeeding Past the Societal Norm

Posted on: August 7, 2023 | education, Famillies, Feeding, Health, Information, Motherhood

What’s “normal” isn’t always what’s common. What’s common isn’t always what’s acceptable. By definition, normal is conforming to a standard, usual, typical, or expected. Common is defined as occurring, found, or done often. The definition of acceptable is, able to be tolerated or allowed. Breaking down the societal norm on breastfeeding isn’t anything new. As the decades roll by, breastfeeding becomes acceptable or obscene. No matter how you slice . . .

Postpartum Doula Lifestyle

Posted on: July 3, 2023 | Babies, Doulas, Famillies, Fatherhood, Information, Las Vegas, Motherhood, Parenting, Postpartum, Postpartum Doulas, Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders, Relationships, Work

People come to you for parenting, child-rearing, or feeding advice and help. You are called a “baby whisperer”. Strangers share their birth stories, trials, and tribulations, and smile with gratitude as you provide a listening ear of compassion. The postpartum doula lifestyle may be right up your alley! Beyond the world of birth and labor lies the secret support of a postpartum doula. The rest, the reassurance, and the confidence . . .

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