Science and natural parenting haven’t always made comfortable bed-fellows. In fact, during the 20th century “science” based opinion directed mothers toward formula and away from breastmilk, toward hospital birth and away from home birth, and toward “self-soothing” over responsive parenting. This … [Read more...]
Why all doulas should have a sling!
This piece, by Sophie Messager, was first published in The Doula magazine. As a doula I wouldn't be without my sling! I find it invaluable to be able to help parents choose a carrier for their baby, to see the joy on their faces when their baby contentedly falls asleep in the sling and they can … [Read more...]
