Practical Tips for Maintaining Balance

Shower your baby with the gift of a healthy parent!

Maintaining balance in a time of transformation is hard! That is why I do what I do! I work with families during one of the most exciting and stressful times in their lives. As a postpartum doula, I am warm, nurturing and confident and parents LOVE having me around. I am a supportive advisor and helper, professionally trained to provide postpartum support to your family. My goal is to help facilitate a smooth transition to parenthood by supplying reliable and factual information, reassurance and hands-on support! Below you will find a list of tips that will give you a good start. Try just one of these today and see how it makes a difference in your day! And please, don't hesitate to contact me at suzannamiller@positivepostpartum.org to learn more about my Positive Postpartum Service Packages including my online Positive Parent Coaching serving families nationwide!

★ Enjoy today, and accept that having a child changes things

★ Set realistic goals

★ Put people before things

★ Don't be afraid to say "no"

★ Turn "unpleasant" parental duties into enjoyable ones

★ Practice LONG DEEP breathing and always go back to your breath during times of stress

★ Be creative in finding ways to spend time with your partner

★ Take time for yourself- What sparks joy?

★ Use a "mother's helper" ★ Eat healthy foods ★ Exercise regularly

★ Take naps

★ Take care of yourself

★ Avoid over-scheduling

★ Look for ways to make routine tasks easier

★ Get out of the house ★ Follow your heart and listen to your baby