All children benefit from the love and affection of their parents, but each child, uniquely made, will receive, feel, and express love differently.
We have all been the recipient of a kind gesture or action from someone else at least one time in our lives. A small act that has touched our hearts and brought us joy when we needed it the most. Kindness should be the norm in our society and not the exception to how we live our lives on a daily basis. We should constantly be giving and receiving kindness to make a difference in this world. Kindness matters.
To Breastfeed or Not to Breastfeed
New mothers are often unsure of whether or not breastfeeding is the right choice for them and their baby. We believe that breastfeeding is best and would like to explore the reasons behind this. We also want to give new moms tips on how to breastfeed, how to overcome the overwhelm, and other important suggestions for a successful breastfeeding journey.
During a healthy pregnancy physical activity can help you feel good and give you extra energy. Other benefits to staying active are maintaining proper weight gain, easing discomforts such as constipation and back pain, managing stress, helping you sleep and most of all preparing your body for labor and birth.One of the very first things you need to do before starting or continuing any exercise program during pregnancy is consult with your health care provider. It is a general rule that any activity you have been previously engaged in before pregnancy can be continued during your pregnancy. Of course, there are always exceptions to this rule.
The dictionary defines connection as a relationship of people, things or ideas that are associated with something else. We connect with others on everything from faith, to jobs, to entertainment. Just go to a concert or a sporting event and you will find people, once strangers, hugging and celebrating together when that perfect song is sung or the team wins the game. We were created for relationships, and when you are pregnant, your healthy connections are more important than ever.
Maybe you didn’t expect to be heading into the new year expecting. But here you are, pregnant or having just had your new baby; unsure of what lies ahead. Whether it was planned or unplanned, a pregnancy can often stop one in their tracks bringing about changes that seem scary or maybe even unwanted. It can be overwhelming to think about life moving forward, even when you are excited about the future. Planning ahead may seem like an uphill climb, but there's hope ahead!
FREE pregnancy testing, limited obstetric ultrasound, STD/STI testing for women and men, prenatal and parenting classes, and material support.
