mothers

Local Edmonton mama creates life element jewelry, a lasting wearable memory of your unique journey

Hi!    My name is Monique I am the artist and owner behind A Mother’s Blessed Keepsakes. I am a newly single mama using my spare room as an office and jewelry workshop while my little man slumbers upstairs. I drive a school bus all day…

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Baby Products That You Don’t NEED, But Boy Do They Make It Easier

Modern Mama Calgary wrote an excellent article earlier this year called “You Only NEED These 9 Things For Your New Baby,” and she is absolutely right, but here is a list of my top 10 products that made my life sooooo much easier as a…

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milk supply

Guide to Low Milk Supply

Guide to Low Milk Supply Sheena Tabbert RN IBCLC Why are we so obsessed with milk supply? When it comes to milk supply, our society often has a “more is better” mentality. The truth is, a freezer stash of milk is not a requirement.  It…

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Don’t Get Booby-Trapped – Milkbud Lactation

Don’t Get Booby-Trapped: The right support can help you achieve your infant feeding goals. Written by Sheena from Milkbud Lactation. “My mom couldn’t breastfeed, so I won’t be able to.” “I wish I could breastfeed but I can’t because I’m taking an antidepressant” “I just…

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Having a Baby During a Global Pandemic

Having a Baby During a Global Pandemic

***Disclaimer – I am NOT a health care professional, these are just tips I have come across*** Having a baby during a global pandemic? Pregnancy and having a newborn is supposed to be one of the most exciting times in your life, right? Currently, being…

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Nursing an infant

How to Properly Nurse an Infant – A Guide to Nursing Your Baby

Nursing is a beautiful thing. Immediately after your baby is born, it’s essential to start the breastfeeding process. This is important because it strengthens the mother-infant bond early on. It is, however, mandatory that you know how to properly nurse your infant. While you may…

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