Routine Screening: glucose tolerance test

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When pregnant, there are several screenings or tests that are advised. Pregnant people must research the risks and benefits to these screenings and decide if they are appropriate for their pregnancy. As a pregnant person who has hired a birth […]

Just do one thing, when you’re a new mom

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I always have big plans for that slow-time postpartum, when I’m a new mom again. I’m going to strap the new baby on my body (also known as babywearing ), and just keep doing life. That’s my plan. Every time. […]

World Breastfeeding Week in Plattsburgh

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World Breastfeeding Week is the first week in August every year. It’s a week of raising awareness about breastfeeding and community supports for breastfeeding families. There are many local activities planned to show support and raise awareness around breastfeeding resources […]

Birth Dictionary – all the terminology

For most, the world of birth is a mystery – until you’re in it! And then there’s a speedy learning curve. Here’s a list of terms (a birth dictionary?) that are thrown around in the birth world to help with […]

Local Hospital Birth Options

While homebirths are on the rise, the majority of NY residents (~99% to be more precise) will choose to birth in a hospital. Even so, we generally seek out an environment that is as close to home as possible when […]

Happy Father’s Day from Brown Eyed Photography

Happy Father’s Day! Through my photography, I get to meet many many fathers. Some are well versed in local kid events (playgroup at the oval, story hour at the library, the best playgrounds around, etc). A few are entrepreneurs. Others […]