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Birth Defect Awareness Month
January is recognized as Birth Defect Awareness Month, a time to increase understanding about the various types of birth defects, their causes, and the support available for families affected by them. Birth defects can affect any baby, and they extend beyond the commonly known neural tube defects. This post explores the differences between methyl folate and folate, highlights the range of birth defects, shares statistics from North America, and points to resources that can he
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Jan 94 min read


Understanding the Stages of Labor: From Pre-Labor Signs to When to Go to the Hospital
Giving birth is a life-changing event. It is a mix of excitement and nervousness. For expectant mothers, understanding the stages of...
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Oct 6, 20253 min read


Checklist for Hospital Bags and Birth Planning!
Preparing for the arrival of a new baby is both thrilling and daunting. One key task on your list is packing your hospital birth bag....
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Oct 6, 20254 min read


Honoring October Fertility and Infant Loss Awareness Month: Understanding Loss and Support Strategies
Pregnancy loss October is a month of reflection and solidarity. It shines a light on the painful journey many families experience due to...
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Oct 1, 20255 min read


Breast Milk: Facts, Tips and Supply
Breastfeeding is a natural and vital process that offers incredible benefits for both mothers and infants. With over 1.5 million lives...
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Sep 7, 20259 min read


My Fertility Journey...
My husband and I on a road trip to meet our amazing surrogate! 2025 My husband and I met in December of 2017 on Bumble. We both had a...
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Sep 6, 202516 min read


Foods and Supplements for Fertility and IVF/IUI Prep
Pregnancy HCG test and Hope! You’ve probably read every blog, Instagram or book about fertility and pregnancy diet but felt confused,...
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Aug 26, 202513 min read


Choosing me as your Doula!
Welcome to my page! You are probably searching for a doula right now and trying to determine how to find the right fit for you and what...
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Jul 31, 20253 min read


Resources for choosing a doula
https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/ https://www.dona.org/what-is-a-doula-2/how-to-hire-a-doula/...
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Jul 21, 20251 min read


Navigating IVF/Fertility Treatments
Navigating the fertility world in BC is complex and I am here to help! As a fertility warrior I have worked with a few clinics in BC and...
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Jul 21, 20255 min read
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