Bringing a new life into the world is an extraordinary journey, and every expectant parent hopes for a positive, empowering birth experience. But how do you set yourself up for success when there are so many moving pieces?
“Am I doing it right?” “Where am I supposed to be feeling it?” “How long do my self-care practices have to be for me to get a benefit?” These are questions that I’ve consistently heard from students over the years both on and off the
Congratulations! You’ve had your baby and became a parent for the first time or subsequent time, and you’re feeling ready and raring to get back to your sex life with your partner. Or, maybe you’re feeling pressure from societal norms, your partner, yourself, with some
“Am I doing it right?” “Where am I supposed to be feeling it?” “How long do my self-care practices have to be for me to get a benefit?” These are questions that I’ve consistently heard from students over the years both on and off the
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), exercising during pregnancy, especially strength training, offers significant benefits. These range from reduced risks of gestational diabetes and cesarean births to quicker postpartum recovery. Let’s explore the top five benefits of strength training during pregnancy
As I prepare for my upcoming Bring Your Own Baby, (sometimes referred to as mom and baby yoga), teacher training program I’ve reflected on the significant influence this class format has had on my life. Prior to having children of my own, I provided
Let’s face it, parents-to-be, birth can be as unpredictable as it is magical. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t feel totally prepared and empowered if things go awry. Birthing classes provide the knowledge, tools, and support to navigate your birth journey with confidence, leading to
Support for birthers of breech babies; a letter from our Director of Doula Programs, Sarah Branion.
Recently we asked our Instagram followers what questions they have about Blooma’s Childbirth Education. And as it goes, if one person has a question, it’s likely others have had that question as well. Below we’ve compiled these questions and answers. If you have others, don’t
Bringing a new life into the world is an extraordinary journey, and every expectant parent hopes for a positive, empowering birth experience. But how do you set yourself up for
According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), exercising during pregnancy, especially strength training, offers significant benefits. These range from reduced risks of gestational diabetes and cesarean births to quicker postpartum recovery. Let’s explore the top five benefits of strength training during pregnancy
Most people don’t think about their pelvic floor until something goes wrong. Here at Blooma, we are on a mission to change that. While it may be common to hear new moms joke about their newfound peeing when they sneeze or jump, it does not
Bringing a new life into the world is an extraordinary journey, and every expectant parent hopes for a positive, empowering birth experience. But how do you set yourself up for
Congratulations! You’ve had your baby and became a parent for the first time or subsequent time, and you’re feeling ready and raring to get back to your sex life with your partner. Or, maybe you’re feeling pressure from societal norms, your partner, yourself, with some
As I prepare for my upcoming Bring Your Own Baby, (sometimes referred to as mom and baby yoga), teacher training program I’ve reflected on the significant influence this class format has had on my life. Prior to having children of my own, I provided
Myth Busted – You can totally have foot massage during pregnancy, so don’t let your partners off the hook! This blog shares the amazing benefits of a simple, pregnancy-safe foot rub and busts the myth that you should avoid massaging the feet and ankles during
Chiropractic for kids? Absolutely! Just as your child goes to the pediatrician for well child visits, a visit to a pediatric chiropractor for a wellness visit can help keep your kids healthy and thriving as they grow and develop. When babies are born, they can’t
At 10 days postpartum, after the birth of my 3rd baby, I wanted to share the top 5 things I’ve been doing to care for myself in this early 4th trimester. 1. Not leaving my bed/couch/house. This is not easy! When I’m teaching, I always
For those mamas out there who are creating their birth plans, I see you! When I was finally in the stage of pregnancy where I started to really think about my labor and birth experience, I had so many excited and bubbly expectations. I truly
Evidence supports that having a doula attend your birth has many benefits. But finding a doula can seem like a daunting process. You are trying to find someone that will be there for one of the most important events in your life – the birth
What is mindfulness? The concept of mindfulness has been on the rise, and for good reason. Mindfulness is a practice of being non-reactive and non-judgemental in situations, allowing you to be present, engaged and calm in the moment. Working on this practice in your daily
For as long as I can remember, I have been telling friends, family, and strangers my wish to not have children. In high school, I even wrote 200 reasons not to have kids (how I wish I still had this list for comedic purposes). When
I’ll be honest, in my 30s I never thought I would embark on a journey to become a parent on my own. I was quite attached to the traditional notion of building a family with a partner and someone I loved. As my 40th birthday
