
3 Common Lactation Myths & The Truth
I’m so beyond excited to start offering extra breastfeeding support for my Elgin Doula Moms postpartum. Research shows us that most moms that stop breastfeeding, do so due to challenges during the first 10-14 days postpartum.

Mordy’s Birth Story
Shortly after we moved back to the US in the summer of 2014, I become pregnant again with Mordecai (aka Mordy in our family). Like with Ketzi, I suffered from HG and was throwing up anywhere from 5-10 times per day.

What Is Hyperemesis Gravidarum?
With my first pregnancy I was so incredibly sick!! Even before I got a a positive pregnancy test the first time, I was feeling sick and nauseous. Things continued to ramp up to where I was throwing up 8-10 times a day.

Childbirth Classes in Chicagoland
I recommend ALL my doula clients take some type of childbirth education class. Here are a few of my favorite options in the Chicago metro area and also the Chicago suburbs.