Skin to Skin: How, Why, and When!
Guest Blog by Dana Havard, RN, IBCLC and Founder of Fresh Squeezed Lactation What is Skin to Skin Contact?Skin to Skin Contact (SSC) is when a naked or diaper-only baby...
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What Is The Best Pacifier?
Introduction As a new mom, I vividly remember the countless hours spent Googling everything- including "the best pacifier". The overwhelming options, conflicting advice, and sleep-deprived nights led me on a...
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5 Maternity-Related Items Often Covered by Health Insurance
By: Setu Shah, Founder & CEO of Financial Doula Having a baby for the first time comes with many firsts. From understanding how to care for a newbornto determining what...
From Guide to Storybook: How "Patty The Pacifier's Next Adventure" Helps Parents and Children
When I first created the pacifier weaning guide, my goal was straightforward: to provide parents with a practical, effective way to help their children transition away from pacifiers. The response...
Why I Choose Safety Over Profits: The Real Reason Behind Not Selling Pacifier Clips
Hello, amazing parents! I'm Lindsay, the founder of Soothe Beginnings, and today I'm sharing a decision close to my heart. Despite the enormous profit margins from selling pacifier clips, I've...
A Lactation Consultant's Opinion: Guest Blog
It's an honor to welcome Dana Havard, RN, IBCLC, and CEO of Fresh Squeezed Lactation, to the blog today. Dana brings over three decades of invaluable experience in maternal-child health...
Am I Making Enough Milk? And How Do I Make More?
I sat down with Dana Havard, RN, IBCLC to talk about the burning questions new parents have around breastfeeding and lactation. Her years of work in a hospital family birthing...
A New Parent's Must-Have: A Review of "Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby”
As a new mom, I remember feeling completely overwhelmed and stressed by many of the pregnancy books I was told were "must-reads." They were dense, clinical, and honestly, a bit...
Rating the Babylist Pacifier Starter Kit: A Mom's Honest Review
When it comes to choosing the right pacifier for your baby, the overwhelming number of options can leave any parent feeling uncertain. And if you’re like me—a mom on a...
What Is The Best Pacifier?
Introduction As a new mom, I vividly remember the countless hours spent Googling everything- including "the best pacifier". The overwhelming options, conflicting advice, and sleep-deprived nights led me on a...
Easier To Clean? Sign Me Up!
Cleaning your baby's pacifiers is crucial to ensuring they remain safe and hygienic for everyday use. Many parents wonder, "How do I clean these?" Designed by a mom, our pacifiers...
How Often Should You Replace Pacifier Nipples? Simplifying Your Routine
One common unknown among new parents is, "How often to replace the nipples on pacifiers?" Regular replacement is key for maintaining both the safety and hygiene of your baby’s pacifiers....
Are Silicone Nipples Better For Pacifiers?
It's crucial to know what your baby is coming into contact with daily. Let's dive into why Soothe Beginnings chooses specific materials for our pacifier nipples and how we ensure...
Won't The Cap and Shield Splinter? It's Wood, Right?
When exploring eco-friendly alternatives for everyday products, it's natural to question their safety and functionality. A common inquiry we receive is, "Is it wood? Will it splinter?" Let’s talk about the...
Are Interchangeable Pacifer Nipples Safe? Debunking Choking Hazards
As a parent, nothing is more important than the safety of your child, especially when it comes to the products they use daily. One question I often hear from fellow...
What About Oral Development and Pacifier Weaning?
The relationship between pacifiers and oral development is a subject of much interest and study. It's true that prolonged sucking habits can influence the shape of the mouth and the...
5 Magical Health Benefits of Pacifiers for Newborns
Pacifiers have amazing health benefits for babies: Risk of SIDS reduced Babies go home sooner Pain relief Digestion Lowered cortisol Introduction Will a pacifier be a tool you employ to...