I'm on the couch, my son sleeping on my bare chest, my tank top splotchy with breast milk that’s leaked and dried. The living room is quiet, filtered with soft afternoon light. A breastfeeding pillow still rests across my lap from his last feed. My breakfast plate sits empty on the side table beside a half-finished cup of coffee and an empty water bottle — I never imagined being this thirsty while breastfeeding...

Summer is nearly here! Sunshine, fresh air, outdoor experiences... and the worry about protecting ourselves and our little ones from sunburn and bug bites. As a naturopathic doctor focusing on matrescence, I know that navigating bug and sun protection with a new baby (or one on the way!) can add to the overwhelm...

Uncertain about what’s best for your baby around sleep? Wondering if sleep training is the right fit? Wanting to avoid sleep training?...

Depletion, anxiety and overwhelm are a common experience for today’s pregnant and new mothers. For generations women have been taught to...