The Crib

If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “Is it normal for my newborn to…” at 2 a.m., you’re definitely not alone.✨

The newborn stage is full of surprises, and sometimes it’s hard to know what’s expected and what deserves a call to your provider.

Remember: Every baby is different. Trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, it’s always okay to reach out to your pediatrician or healthcare provider.

You’re learning. Your baby is learning.

And you’re doing an incredible job. 💕

You’ve got this, We’ve got you!

When we consciously relax our muscles during labor, we can help reduce unnecessary tension and work with our bodies instead of against them.🧘

Practice it now so it feels familiar when you need it most. 💚

You’ve got this, We’ve got you!

Postpartum healing requires rest, support… and nourishment🌿

Having simple, ready-to-go meals can make such a difference in those early days with your baby. Whether you prep ahead of time or lean on your support system, the goal is to keep things EASY and sustaining.

Save this for later or send to a mama-to-be who needs it 💛

You’ve got this,we’ve got you!

When preparing for birth, your support team matters.💗

While finding the right OB/GYN or midwife is an important piece of the puzzle, your birth experience is shaped by so much more. Building a team of trusted professionals who support you physically, emotionally, and mentally can make all the difference.

Swipe through to meet some incredible people who help families navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. These are the people who help you feel informed, empowered, and supported every step of the way.

And honestly… this list could go on and on! There are so many amazing professionals who play an important role in your journey. 💛

We’ll be sharing another post soon all about choosing the right OB/GYN or midwife and what to consider when building your birth team, so stay tuned!

✨ Show these amazing providers some love by checking out their pages below:
https://mamassagedoula.com
https://www.leenabirdpt.com
https://www.balanceyogapilates.com
https://joinusatthecrib.com/childbirth-education/


You’ve got this, we’ve got you😘

What’s the best advice you received during pregnancy? 🤍

Whether it came from a provider, friend, family member, or your own experience, we’d love to hear it!
Drop your answer below and help encourage another expecting parent in our community🤰🏼

We’ll go first:
“Trust your body more than the internet.” ✨

You’ve got this, we’ve got you🫶🏻

“We are so grateful to have had our doula, Meg, support us through both labor and postpartum.She has such a nurturing presence, which gave us so much confidence throughout the process.

During labor, she helped me progress much faster as I requested help with this and provided calm, steady guidance
manageable during those early weeks. What I appreciated most was that she was always there to answer my many specific questions and listen without judgment. She is kind, calm, gentle, and always respectful in how she conducts herself. Because of her support, I was able to get more rest and focus on healing and bonding with my baby.

She truly went above and beyond, we feel incredibly lucky to have her by our side and would wholeheartedly recommend Meg to any family looking for a compassionate and dependable Doula”

Thank you again K family for trusting Meg as your doula🤍

New doors are opening💗

More soon…..✨

You’ve got this, we’ve got you🫶🏻

Let’s normalize this truth: you are doing enough. 💗

Motherhood isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, loving deeply, and learning as you go. Some days are hard, some days are heavy, and some days you just survive—and that’s okay.

You were made for this role, even on the days you question everything. Trust yourself. You know more than you think. Your baby believes in you, and so do we😘

Take a deep breath, mama.

You’ve got this, we’ve got you 🤗

💬 Save this as a reminder for the hard days, and share it with another mama who needs to hear this today. 🌸

Doulas and midwives both provide incredible support during pregnancy and birth — but their roles are different💗

A midwife provides medical care and monitors the health and safety of parent + baby.

A doula provides emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.

The best part? They often work beautifully together as part of your support team ✨

Different roles. Same goal: helping families feel informed, supported, and cared for.

You’ve got this, we’ve got you!