Sleep Solutions That Actually Work: Podcast Episode #339
Sleep struggles are one of the most common challenges new parents face – but with so much conflicting advice, how do you know what approach is right for your baby and your family? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we’re joined by sleep consultant Mariana Yancik of Gold Coast Doulas to break down the differences […]
Daycare Sleep Made Simple: Podcast Episode #338
If you’re preparing your baby for daycare—or already navigating unpredictable naps—you are not alone. In this episode, we’re joined by certified pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, founder of Sleep and Wellness Coach, who has helped over 1,000 families improve their child’s sleep. We dive into how daycare environments impact sleep, why naps can look completely […]
The Rise of Birth Centers: Podcast Episode #337
In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we’re joined by Lauren McCullough, a labor and delivery nurse turned birth center strategist and founder behind multiple national initiatives transforming maternal health. Lauren shares the vision behind the National Birth Center Directory and the growing momentum of March for Midwives—two powerful efforts designed to increase access, visibility, […]
Baby Registry Examples: What a Certified Gift Registry Expert Actually Recommends
Building a baby registry is fun—well, it is at first. But then there comes a point where you see 27 different types of bottles, three versions of the same stroller, and a “must-have” gadget you’ve never heard of. Suddenly, the fun fades away, and the overwhelm takes over. Here’s something you need to know: you […]
Free Tot Squad Baby Registry Consults at Target – 28th Street, Grand Rapids
Expecting a baby? Navigating baby gear, strollers, car seats, and all the essentials can feel overwhelming. Tot Squad is offering Free Baby Registry Consults at Target 28th Street in Grand Rapids, MI. Why Book a Tot Squad Baby Registry Consultation in Grand Rapids? A Tot Squad consultation provides: Personalized guidance from certified baby and parenting […]
What to Expect at Newborn Classes (And Why First-Time Parents Swear By Them)
Signing up for a newborn class is a big step. And honestly, it does come with a lot of second-guessing: Is this actually going to teach me anything I couldn’t just look up? Will I sit through hours of stuff I already know? From our experience, most first-time parents who take a newborn parenting class […]
Why Babies Love Faces, Patterns, and Movement
Understanding the natural instincts behind newborn attention If you’ve ever held a newborn and noticed them staring intensely at your face—or at a bold pattern on a blanket—you’ve witnessed something remarkable. Even in the earliest weeks of life, babies are wired to notice specific things in their environment. Faces Movement High-contrast shapes These early visual […]