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Maternity, Birth, Newborn Photography

Posted on: May 9, 2023 | Activity, birth, Community, Famillies, Las Vegas, Motherhood, Pregnancy

“Take a picture, it will last you longer.” “A picture is worth a thousand words.” “Life moves pretty fast. You don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it!” For many, the idea of taking a photo is annoying, and daunting, and brings thoughts of self-doubt about one’s image. A pregnancy, a birth, and the new baby stage are moments in life that come like a . . .

Solo Parenting

Posted on: February 27, 2023 | Famillies, Fatherhood, Information, Motherhood, Parenting, Relationships

More and more individuals are parenting solo, either by choice or by circumstance. The role of a primary solo parent can bring a sense of overwhelm, accomplishment, self-doubt, and confidence. These ever-changing emotions are valid, expected, and normal. Parenting comes like a wrecking ball with a baby to any new parent. Solo parenting is a way of life for many new parents in today’s culture. Navigating this new role may . . .

Staying Connected to Your Partner

Posted on: February 14, 2023 | Famillies, Fatherhood, Friendship, Information, Motherhood, Postpartum, Prenatal, Relationships

Oh what a wonderful world it would be if we could all think, act, speak, and believe the same ways…right? WRONG! In fact, who we are individually is what makes this world a wonderful place to be. Opposites Attract is more than just an 80s pop hit, it’s how many of us love and live in our relationships. How can one stay connected to their partner when these opposites show . . .

Taking a Newborn Care Class

Posted on: December 5, 2022 | Babies, classes, Community, education, Famillies, Fatherhood, Feeding, Infant Feeding Specialist, Information, Las Vegas, Motherhood, Parenting, Safety, sleep, VFD Team

Babies are terrifying, right? They cry, they poop, they sleep, they don’t sleep at all, they projectile liquids from bodily orifices. And yet…they are the most remarkable beings! Navigating life with a newborn doesn’t have to be a deer in the headlights situation. In fact, it’s almost a travesty to not utilize the resources and support that are available to new parents in the realm of parenting. No one has . . .

Routines That Build Consistency

Posted on: November 21, 2022 | Babies, education, Famillies, Fatherhood, Information, Motherhood, Parenting, sleep

Newborns & Consistency Newborns go through a series of growth spurts, leaps, and milestones during the early days and weeks of life. Anticipating the baby’s next move is almost like a Jedi mind trick. Babies love to do 3 things- eat, sleep, poop…that’s it! Once feedings are down to a science with amount, method, and frequencies, the poop will come. Which leaves the sleep to figure out. When babies feel . . .

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