Last year was kind of a wash for me. I was pregnant, exhausted and had zero energy for anything productive. It's amazing we made it out of the year semi thriving, really.

This year, i've got GOALS! They may seem a little small and insignificant to some but thats actually the point of my goals. My goals are home goals, mother goals and thriving with my children goals. I've realized in the past few years that my children's childhood is SCREAMING by and I'm missing a lot of it.

I miss it, not for lack of practice of being present or because I'm so busy elsewhere but honestly, i'm missing it because I hate playing. I know that sounds harsh but I absolutely hate imaginative play. I'm not imaginative, my imagination escaped me long ago. If I had a choice between imaginative play and doing the dishes, dishes win out every time, no questions.

And I've noticed, this is where I'm going wrong.

My hatred is what is bringing me down. I get so focused on the fact that I don't like it and I don't want to do it (spoiled much?!) that I just don't, bedtime rolls around and I haven't gotten on my children's level at all during the day, not one time.

My kids are clothed, fed, read to (I actually love doing this!), taught important things, loved and snuggled to death but I'm missing a key aspect to their development.

PLAY!

Its been shown time and time again that play is how children learn. Its how they grasp new concepts, figure out how the world works and engage successfully with others. Play is the literal key to success!

So here I am, bowing my head in a little bit of shame and admitting that I may be failing my kids a little bit (not a lot because lets be honest, I'm a great mom ;) ) But I concede and I want to be better.

This year I'm challenging myself and YOU to get down with your kids for 15 minutes each day.

This may sounds like a menial goal but I guarantee that you will see a change in their attitude, emotions and learning ability. Get down with your kids, let them lead the play and watch as you and they thrive in this new found relationship!

Mar 12, 2024

Breastfeeding During Illness

Every new mom can tell you that getting sick and having to take care of a baby are two things that should never go together! There is nothing worse than trying to care for yourself and your baby at the same time. This predicament can be made even worse when you are breastfeeding. There can be fear of passing the illness on to the baby and making sure you are taking care of yourself is crucial. Here are some steps and ideas to utilize when sick and breastfeeding.

Benefits and Risks of Different Birth Settings

If you are newly pregnant, you may be wondering where the best place for you to give birth in Kansas City would be. We are so lucky to have such phenomenal care providers in every sector in Kansas City so we have put together a quick benefits and risks check list for you to help you decide what would be the best location for you. Take a look and fill out our contact sheet so we can help walk with you as you make this important decision!

Dec 16, 2021

Goldie's Birth

One of my dreams has always been to have a peaceful, beautiful home birth where I can give birth in the water and immediately snuggle up with baby in my bed! That was the plan for three years as we tried and tried to get pregnant with Goldie. Finally in January of 2021 we found out that we were pregnant again and I immediately texted my midwife with the news. The 10 months of pregnancy flew by and soon it was my due date, september 25th! We had everything set up and I was getting so excited as I would be the first of my sisters to give birth to one of the fab four. Nothing happened for five full days after my due date. Finally on the morning of the 29th I started contracting at 7:30 AM. I was so excited because with Fred, I started contractions at 7 and had a baby by 2:30! I just knew that that would be the case here to

Jul 30, 2021

Hiring A Doula During Covid

So you are pregnant and want to hire a doula, congratulations!

We are also currently living during a worldwide pandemic that doesn’t seem to be interested in slowing down or cooling off.

We are as frustrated as you are!

Mar 23, 2021

So You Are Having Twins?

Conceiving and growing two (or more!) babies at once rather than one is a pretty big deal. There are two tiny humans inside of you, which means your body is responsible for the development and health of double what a singleton Mom is responsible for. Is this a reason to panic?

Feb 1, 2021

What Is In A Doula Certification?

I have a few people each month contact me in search of the best doula certification to embark on their journey in becoming a doula. We also have clients ask us every now and then “what is your certification and why was it the one you chose?” I want to spell out doula certifications for you in this blog to help everyone better understand what it is, what it looks like and how we get to where we are.

Jan 6, 2021

ABC's of Pregnancy: K is for Kegels

In the most basic sense, kegel exercises are a workout for your pelvic floor. They help prevent incontinense issues and other pelvic floor problems. Childbirth is one of the main ways that weaken our pelvic floor so keeping it strong is so important.