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Summertime Kid Care with doTERRA Oils: Gentle Support from Nature
The longer days, warmer breezes, and outdoor time in summer come with seasonal sniffles, bug bites, and the occasional emotional overwhelm. But doTERRA essential oils can help natural mommas support our little ones during this vibrant season!
When to Expect Sleep Regressions (and How to Survive Them!)
Sleep regressions are those periods when your amazing sleeper suddenly starts waking more frequently, fighting naps, or just refusing to sleep altogether. Check out this blog to understand when and why sleep regressions happen and what to do to help baby (and you) survive these tough times.
When to Book a Newborn Care Specialist: A Malama Momma Guide
One of the biggest gifts you can give to yourself in the early days with a new baby is the help of a Newborn Care Specialist (NCS)! Dig in here to learn when to seek out your NCS and a few things to look for in the process!
Babywearing 101: Tips for a Safe and Comfy Carry
Babywearing is a fantastic tool for keeping your little one close while freeing up your hands to make meals, fold laundry, tend to older siblings or pets, etc. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, these tips will help you adjust to a safe fit, stay comfortable, and make babywearing part of your routine.
Love Potions with doTERRA Essential Oils: DIY Romance Blends
Between sleepless nights, endless diaper changes, and the beautiful chaos of raising little ones, romance and self-care often take a back seat. These DIY “love potions” using doTERRA essential oils are designed to help busy parents reconnect, recharge, and rediscover intimacy in the midst of daily responsibilities.
Benefits of a Postpartum Doula: Why Support Matters
Welcoming a new baby is magical, but it's also an intense rollercoaster. Amid the cuddles and milestones, there’s exhaustion, uncertainty, and a whole lot of adjusting. That’s where a postpartum doula can make a difference: offering support, guidance, and care during those tender early weeks.
Cool, Calm and Cozy: How room temperature impacts baby’s sleep
Sleep is one of the most precious commodities for new parents—and ensuring your baby gets enough rest is key to their health and happiness (and yours!). While many factors affect a baby’s sleep, room temperature is often overlooked but plays a critical role
How to Create Non-Toxic Household Cleaners with doTERRA Essential Oils
Keeping our homes clean and safe is a top priority, but many of the cleaners on store shelves are filled with harsh chemicals that can be harmful to our families and the environment. Essential oils can offer a natural, non-toxic way to tackle household cleaning with powerful antibacterial, antiviral, and aromatic benefits.
What is a Newborn Care Specialist: Finding peace and support in your early days with a new baby
Many expectant mothers know the value of working with a birth doula. But what is less commonly known and understood is the support and guidance that a postpartum doula can offer. So let’s talk about the evidence for inviting a postpartum doula to be by your side.
Why I started Malama Momma
Get to know Jenna Clarke, the baby expert behind Malama Momma - and how she got started in baby care and pediatric sleep.
Creating the Best Environment to Encourage Sleep for your New Baby
Welcoming a newborn into your home is an exciting and often overwhelming experience. Among many adjustments, ensuring your baby gets the best possible sleep is crucial for their development and your sanity. Creating an optimal sleep environment can make a significant difference
How to Become a Newborn Care Specialist
Do you love babies? Do people describe you as a calm and confident “baby whisperer”? Becoming a newborn care specialist (NCS) might be a good career for you, supporting families in the critical first few months of baby’s life. In this article, I’ll explain how to become a newborn care specialist, what training is required, and the differences between a newborn care specialist, postpartum doula, and night nanny.
How to Become a Postpartum Doula
Serving families as a postpartum doula is a deeply rewarding career that allows you to support parents during one of the most important times of their lives. If you’re interested in becoming a postpartum doula, this article will walk you through the essential steps and requirements.
How to Become a Pediatric Sleep Consultant
Becoming a pediatric sleep consultant is a fulfilling career that allows you to make a significant difference in the lives of families. If you're passionate about helping families improve their sleep and overall well-being, here’s how you can become a pediatric sleep consultant.
Sleepless Nights? How new moms overcome postpartum insomnia
Bringing a new life into the world is an incredible journey but often comes with unexpected challenges. One of the most common yet underestimated issues new mothers face is postpartum insomnia. This sleep disorder can significantly impact a mother's well-being and her ability to care for her newborn. Fortunately, night nannies can play a crucial role in helping new moms overcome this hurdle and reclaim restful nights.
Navigating Daylight Savings for Babies and Toddlers: Expert Advice
The biannual ritual of changing our clocks for Daylight Savings can be a mixed blessing. Both shifts can disrupt sleep patterns, especially for families with babies and toddlers. If you're a parent, you're likely familiar with the challenges of maintaining a healthy sleep schedule for your little ones. This blog post, with insights from a certified pediatric sleep consultant, will guide you through the process of managing the "falling back" transition during Daylight Savings for babies and toddlers and big kids.
The Art of Postpartum Recovery: Holistic Care and Essential Oils
Bringing a new life into the world is a beautiful and transformative experience, but it's also an incredibly demanding one for a mother's body. As such, postpartum recovery is a crucial aspect of the journey to motherhood. In this blog, we will delve into the essentials of postpartum recovery, emphasizing natural, holistic care, and exploring the role of essential oils and herbal remedies in this healing process.
What’s the Difference Between Postpartum Doulas, Night Nurses, Newborn Care Specialists, and Night Nannies?
Several professionals have emerged to lend a helping hand during the postpartum period. In this blog post, we'll explore the differences between four key figures: postpartum doulas, night nurses, newborn care specialists (NCS), and night nannies.
Can I sleep train my newborn?
It has come to my attention recently that parents of newborns are wanting to sleep train their babies. Newborn babies are not ready to sleep train until 4-6 months of age!