by Homegrown Families | Nov 20, 2018 | Blog, Social Justice and Activism
“Hope is what will make you stand when everyone else is sitting, hope is what will make you speak when everyone else is silent.” Bryan Stevenson It’s been a minute, or a to be truthful, a few months since I have written anything to you, but I honestly have...
by Homegrown Families | Jul 25, 2018 | Blog, Social Justice and Activism
“Stay where you are. Find your own Calcutta. Find the sick, the suffering, and the lonely right there where you are — in your own homes and in your own families, in your workplaces and in your schools.” Mother Teresa As I am writing my monthly letter, I am currently...
by Homegrown Families | Jul 22, 2018 | Birth, Blog, What's the 411?
Dear Doulas, Q: “Can you tell me about the benefits of clitoral stimulation and orgasm during labor and childbirth? I’m curious to learn more but am embarrassed to ask around. Thanks!” Signed, Hands-On Mama A: Thanks for your amazing question!! The saying “what gets...
by Homegrown Families | Apr 20, 2018 | Blog, Pregnancy, What's the 411?
Q: Help! I am newly pregnant and I am overwhelmed with prenatal vitamin choices… I eat fairly healthy so I am not sure how much money I should be spending on a vitamin supplement and what the differences are. How do I choose? Signed, Choosy Moms Choose WHAT? A:...
by Homegrown Families | Mar 15, 2018 | Blog, Pregnancy, What's the 411?
Q: Dear Doulas and Team, I’m newly pregnant and wondering about folic acid and folate. What’s the difference? What should I be looking for? Also, I’ve heard a lot about MTHFR gene mutation. Is this something I should be tested for? First Trimester...
by Homegrown Families | Mar 8, 2018 | Blog, Parenting, Sleep
With the time change approaching, you may want a plan on how you can help your baby or toddler transition to the new time without upsetting their sleep. Starting Sunday, March 11, 2018 clocks will be set forward one hour, a.k.a. spring forward. You can help your child...
