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IN EVERY ISSUE 6 MOM TO MOM-TO-BE 8 LITTLE BITS 10 BABY LOVE
19 BABY WORLD 24 BELLY LAUGHS 26 BABY FACES
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FEATURES
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Postpartum Body Positivtiy Learning to embrace the postpartum journey of body changes, identity finding, pressure, and mental health can bring self-compassion and confidence.
WHAT’S ON THE WEB Parenting in Real Life vs. Social Media Parenting looks different for everyone—don’t let the parents of social media think you’re doing something wrong. Building Healthy Boundaries Having a baby is an exciting event for the whole family. While some visitors might be helpful, some might not.
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Facing Anxiety Before and After Birth Guidance on facing anxiety perinatal, showing the negative effects of social me- dia on these common struggles.
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Baby’s First Colorado Adventures: Easy Outings for New Parents Discover stroller-friendly walks and baby-friendly locations. Parent & Baby Groups in Colorado
Navigating Your First Pregnancy with Diabetes Manage diabetes confidently during pregnancy with expert guidance, prac- tical tips, planning and monitoring, and reassurance for a healthy journey.
You’re not the only one who might be struggling— there are so many groups ready to support and help you.
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MOM TO MOM - TO - BE Dear Mama, Nesting, Resting, and Everything in Between There’s something about this time of year that makes everything feel possible again. The days feel a little fuller, your to-do list suddenly looks manageable (or at least less offensive), and you get the urge to reset— your home, your routines, maybe even your mindset. Or maybe it’s just me finally getting around to things I said I’d do months ago. Pregnancy during this season hits a little different. There’s this quiet energy in the air that makes you feel like you *should* be doing all the things—getting organized, prepping for baby, nesting like your life de- pends on it. And sometimes, you are. Other times, you’re on the couch Googling, “Is it normal to be this tired?” for the fifth time today. Both are completely valid. Because let’s be honest—just because everything around you feels fresh and new doesn’t mean pregnancy suddenly becomes magical. It’s still a mix of “this is incredible” and “how are my shoes already tight?” I’ve been there more than once, and while I can laugh about it now, I remember how real those moments felt. This season is a good reminder that growth doesn’t happen all at once. It’s slow, sometimes uncomfortable, and not always pretty—but it’s still prog- ress. Your body is doing something amazing, even on the days it doesn’t feel like it. So give yourself some grace. Tackle what you can, leave what you can’t, and don’t feel guilty about it. You’re already doing enough. I mean, you are literally grow-
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ing a human being—organs, bones, a whole personality—and somehow still expected to answer emails and remember what you walked into the room for. That alone deserves a nap and a snack. This time won’t last forever— even though some days feel long. So take the moments as they come, laugh when you can, and know you’re not alone in any of it. Love always,
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LITTLE BITS
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There’s no way to be a perfect mother and a million ways to be a good one.” - Jill Churchill
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Pregnancy-safe Skincare Options The bodily changes that come with pregnancy like acne, dark patches, and rashes can show up and make you uncomfortable. On top of that, standard and accepted skin care help can be the wrong medicine if you’re pregnant. For the common issue of acne, preg- nancy-safe treatments include Salicylic acid, azelaic acid, and topi- cal antibiotics. For dark spots on skin, be sure to wear sunscreen or wear a hat while in the sun, decrease the amount of time you spend in the sun, and know that most of the brownish-colored areas will fade over time. Pregnancy rashes are common and typically harm- less, fading away quickly after birth. news.sanfordhealth.org
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Best Pregnancy Apps of 2026 Modern technology has made it easier than ever for expectant parents to track their pregnancy journey and milestones, monitor wellness, and prepare for the arrival of their little one. Top preg- nancy apps for 2026 include What To Expect (WTE), Amila Preg- nancy Tracker, The Bump, Pregnancy+, and Nurture Pregnancy Week by Week. forbes.com
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Top Baby Names BabyCenter’s most recent data, based on true popu- larity data updated every month, provides an early look at the year’s most popular baby names since the official U.S. government list of names won’t be released until next year. The top 10 names for girls in 2025 are Ol- ivia, Amelia, Sophia, Emma, Isabella, Charlotte, Eliana, Ellie, Aurora, and Mia. For boys, the top 10 names are Noah, Liam, Oliver, Elijah, Mateo, Levi, Lucas, Ezra, Asher, and Luca. babycenter.com
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Colorado Bill Requires Businesses to Install Baby Changing Stations Beginning on July 1, 2027, Colorado buildings with an indoor restroom are required to have safe, san- itary, and convenient baby diaper changing tables in each women’s, men’s, and gender-neutral bath- rooms, according to a new bill. The requirement is for bathrooms open to the public, including customers or public visitors, and does not include private offices or workspaces that are generally not open to the public. leg.colorado.gov
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BABY LOVE
The HoneyBundle and Sleeping Buddy Set features baby body cream to gently hydrate, multipurpose body oil, ultra-gentle baby wash to protect and balance the moisture of the most deli- cate skin, diaper rash cream, and a cute sleeping buddy. $69.99, honeybkids.com
The most precious jewels you’ll ever have around your neck are the arms of your children.” - Cardinal Mermillod “
Luvable Friends Unisex Baby Animal Face Hood- ed Towel is cotton, soft, and gentle on your baby’s skin. Optimal for every- day use, this lovable friend makes drying off even more adorable. $14.99, amazon.com
The Hatch Rest Go offers 10 snoozy sounds in one portable package. It is the essential sound machine that helps babies sleep anytime, anywhere. Clip it on your stroller, place it next to your travel crib, or toss it into your diaper bag and away you go! $39.99, potterbarnkids.com
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This b&h Baby Bath Thermometer is per- fect for measuring water temperature in the bathtub and room. A clock and a ther- mometer, this cute dock is an essential for newborn baths as it flashes and beeps when water is too hot or too cold. $16.99, amazon.com
Baby Delight Highland Portable Bouncer grows with and supports your little one, featuring three-position recline and an adjustable three-point harness to keep your baby secure and comfortable. Perfect for soothing, resting, and play- time. $71.99, target.com
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Postpartum Body Positivity: Embracing the New You
By Amelia Roessler
B ecoming a parent doesn’t just change your daily life—it reshapes how you see yourself. Even in the glow of a wanted, healthy pregnancy, many new mothers find themselves quietly grieving—missing the body they knew, the independence they once had, and the version of themselves that felt familiar. In a culture that celebrates “bounce back” transformations, that grief can feel confusing or even shameful. But it’s also deeply human—and worth talking about.
or suppressed grief about the major changes that have just occurred. Along with postpartum depression, there is also the clinging to the “me I was before.” Lowe points out that she sees suffering from women who cling to that old version of self and want to get back to who they were before the life-changing moments. “What are the aspects of your old self that you love that you’re bringing forward? How are you going to evolve now that
Amy Lowe, a therapist and director at a Colorado Women’s Center, says they serve women with postpartum depression quite a bit. They also serve women with feelings of being overwhelmed, a sense of pressure around how to do it all, and a struggle to abandon self care in order to keep up. Postpartum depression can come from a variety of reasons, including the neuro- chemical or hormonal impact or imbalances of pregnancy, the loss of the experience of the child in the womb, and/or undischarged
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permission to be here,” Lowe emphasizes. “A lot of mothers fear the stigma of ‘I’m supposed to be happy, I’m supposed to be excited, I’m supposed to want this and I’m scared to death.’” Tools that Lowe gives her clients include mindful self compassion, cognitive behav- ioral therapy, identity work, and mostly just talking. “A simple thing a person can do is talk to someone who loves them and cares about them and helps them remember who they are, helps them remember their strengths, their goals, their why.” Move your body, go for a walk, get good sleep, eat, and drink water. All those things can make a change to your mood and thought process. If things are sticking around for longer than seven days in a row, it might be something more than a typical adjustment. “Anything that can be discussed can be healed,” says Lowe. “So just talk about it and know that there is a place to do that. You’re not alone.”
to just do what feels good and right, Lowe acknowledges. She has found in her field that when a parent is separated from what feels right, there is a dissonance that leads to constriction, fear, and insecurity. TOOLS TO HELP Typical adjustment to postpartum life is characterized by everything being a little off kilter, but having a general sense of the direction and staying on track. If it deviates, then it can lead to an adjustment disorder or diagnosed postpartum depression. “Disordered means that what’s happening is significant enough in my day to day that I’m starting to fall behind. I am starting to struggle in my sense of self. I’m not able to return to work, or I’m struggling with hygiene,” Lowe explains. If feeling disordered, Lowe recommends getting blood work done to make sure to rule out any medical explanation such as hormone imbalance. Additional resources are to seek therapy or a support group. “Really it is also about normalizing the experience and then giving the emotions
you’re a mother?” Lowe asks her clients. Regarding their body, Lowe knows a lot of moms attach their value to how they look and how they’ve been programmed to feel about how looks are their value. She says some new moms have to form new relation- ships with what health looks like for them and what the value of their body is besides how they look. AGE OF INFORMATION In a social-media world portraying the “bounce-back” culture, Lowe says she asks clients what their motive is when it comes to looking to social media. If it is externally driven, like comparing yourself, it can be harmful. If it’s implicitly inspiring, like look- ing at a woman, a mom, who did something cool and thinking that you can do it too because you know you are capable, and it feels right and good, then Lowe says it can be helpful. We live in an age of information, and Lowe says that parents become quick to sacrifice their intuition in favor of the latest science or opinion. The trick to finding your own intuition and leaving behind the doubt is
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Facing Anxiety Before After Birth By Julianna Steen | Photo by Unsplash &
I t often happens like this: On your social media feed, all you’ve ever seen are pregnant moms that seem to supernatu- rally glow with the joy of their ever-growing baby bump or the postpartum tired-but- happy soft smiles of new mothers. Natural- ly, you assume pregnancy is rainbows and sunshines, minus that tiny little part about giving birth. Then, all of a sudden, you’re pregnant and you start to panic. Whether it’s baby numero uno or number five, the reality sets in as you’re scrolling through TikTok at 2 a.m. All of a sudden, your feed only shows you horror stories of deliveries-gone-wrong via BirthTok. Or, worse yet, you finally deliver your little chunky piece of sunshine, only to discover you no longer feel the same joy you used to have… instead, you’re a bundle of anxious thoughts and depressed emotions. The myth that pregnancy is automatically a happy time keeps a lot of people silent and unsupported. Whether you’re in the thick of it or not, let’s talk about the unmentioned
The Cons: Nonetheless, there is also a downside to so- cial media: Information overload, exposure to worst-case scenarios, misinformation, and comparison can all lead to increased anxiety. What’s more, the algorithm picks up on what you interact with and will feed you more. It may start with only two trauma stories, but soon that may consume your feed. Studies have also shown that digital storytelling leads to increased self-criticism in new mothers. That said, social media can be beneficial when used with caution in moderation, alongside the opinions of In short, yes. Prenatal anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, and mood disorders are common—but they’re often still un- der-screened and under-treated. Perinatal depression, also known as postpartum depression (PPD), is a serious but treat- able mood disorder that affects about one in seven pregnant women. Symptoms can trusted medical professionals. IS MY ANXIETY NORMAL?
anxiety surrounding pregnancy and birth— and what to add or remove from your life to help you manage it. DOES SOCIAL Birth story videos are trending, leading researchers to question if digital birth narratives are actually helpful for women who fear childbirth. For instance, one study found that women consistently exposed to positive birth stories became less anxious compared to their peers. The Pros: Watching or sharing stories helps many people realize their worries, symptoms, or fears are common and that they’re not alone. Moreover, social media can create a sense of community where pregnant people connect, ask questions, and receive encour- agement. Not to mention the tips you can learn and the basic, important information at your fingertips. MEDIA HELP OR HURT PREGNANCY ANXIETY?
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include extreme sadness, anxiety, fatigue, loss of appetite, insomnia, irritability, sui- cidal thoughts, and difficulty bonding with your baby. But these emotions can develop during the pregnancy, not just in the 12 months following it. According to JAMA, perinatal depression occurs in up to 18 per- cent of women—and more than 75 percent of these women aren’t treated. DOES IT GO AWAY AFTER BIRTH? Most moms experience the “baby blues” for a few weeks after birth, but many moms go on to experience PPD. “I didn’t start taking anxiety meds until after I had kids,” a friend recently joked when I asked if she’d experienced anxiety while pregnant. My mom also wrestled with intense postpartum anxiety and depression after giving birth to me—and she’s not alone. In fact, the number of women experiencing anxiety during the perinatal period has only gotten worse since COVID, according to an article on post-pandemic maternal mental health from The Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neo- natal Medicine. “Postpartum depression alone affects at least 14 percent of new mothers and their
families,” states authors Natalie Feldman and Sarah Perret in an article called “Digital mental health for postpartum women: perils, pitfalls, and promise.” If you’re expe- riencing birth anxiety, it might shapeshift into other concerns after birth. Neverthe- less, it does not last forever—if it’s treated. Psychotherapy is the go-to treatment. Medicines are also commonly prescribed to help get your hormones back in whack. In the meantime, here are some practical tricks to address or reduce pregnancy-relat- ed anxiety. MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT •Don’t Like? Don’t Click If you’re scrolling, don’t interact with con- tent you don’t want more of—or else, you may end up only seeing similar content. •Ask Questions You can’t always trust the internet, and every situation is different. When you’re afraid or uncertain, don’t spiral (for too long) before asking your doctors or sharing your concerns. •Be Honest with Your Community Sometimes, you just need a good listening ear; other times, you need a wise friend to remind you of what is true and calm you
down. Regardless, you can’t do this alone. •Ask for Help Don’t let shame’s chokehold prevent you from reaching out when you need help. You are not “less than” for dealing with real, hard emotions. Telehealth is a great option, and there are many free helplines for those struggling with mental health, including the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (1-833-TLC-MAMA), SAMHSA, and Postpartum Support International (PSI) (1-800-944-4PPD). •Utilize Technological Resources “Not all digital resources are good resourc- es,” Feldman and Perret warn—so be smart. But there are some really cool programs out there like the free PSI app and Mothers and Babies Internet Course. Other techno- logical advances like digital phenotyping, which uses passive data to screen for mental health conditions like mood disorders, may be worth checking out. No matter where you are on your journey, as the Mayo Clinic so aptly put it, “Post- partum depression is not a character flaw or a weakness.” It’s okay to feel anxious, but don’t stay there.
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Navigating Your First Pregnancy
with Diabetes
By Madeline Pistorius F inding out you’re pregnant for the first time comes with a mix of excitement, nervousness, and a million questions. That’s normal for every woman. But for a woman managing diabetes, that moment may bring an extra layer of concern. With the right planning and support, however, a diabetes diagnosis won’t define the preg- nancy journey. UNDERSTANDING DIABETES IN PREGNANCY Diabetes comes in three different forms: Type 1, Type 2, and gestational. According to the CDC, diabetes occurs when the pancreas makes either very little insulin or none at all. Simply put, insulin is a messen- ger that helps transform blood sugar into energy in our bodies; with diabetes, insulin has to be managed manually rather than naturally. Type 1 is typically diagnosed early in a person’s life, while Type 2 develops later on. Gestational diabetes, rather, develops in pregnant women who have never had the disease. As of 2025, diabetes during pregnancy is reported to affect about one in six pregnan- cies. Joseph R. Biggio, MD, chair of wom- en’s services and maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) at Ochsner Health, explains that, for someone with diabetes deciding whether
to pursue pregnancy, it’s important to talk to their OB-GYN and endocrinologist, who can evaluate their diabetic history and look for any red flags that may pose risks. If there are no preexisting-risks, taking the necessary steps to prepare for a safe experi- ence is the next step. FIRST STEPS TO CONSIDER Start by coming off any medications used to treat diabetes that are not recommended during pregnancy, and transition to a safe alternative. Dr. Biggio also recommends taking folic acid at least three months prior to pregnancy to reduce the risk of spina bifida or neural tube defects. “We know that people who have blood sug- ars that are significantly elevated around the time of conception are at an increased risk for miscarriages, as well as an increased risk of having babies with structural problems,” he says. The most important thing to do is to maintain tight control of blood sugar levels—even before attempting conception. “Not much is dramatically done differently during pregnancy in terms of monitoring diabetes and controlling insulin; it’s just a little more control and an emphasis on monitoring more regularly than someone who’s not pregnant,” Dr. Biggio says. Start-
ing a pregnancy with a healthy head start typically leads to a favorable outcome. REAL LIFE, REAL EXPERIENCES Lindsay Cohen, RDN, LDN, CDCES, and owner of Mama-Betes, was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in her youth. During pregnancy, she had to adjust her day-to- day habits to fit a new routine. Lindsay was surprised by how quickly her blood sugars changed and how frequently insulin adjustments were needed. She shares that it means going back to the basics: carb counting, weighing in and measuring foods, and focusing on insulin timing. She even tracked her blood sugars and insulin dosages on paper to review weekly with her MFM team. “I constantly reminded myself of the ‘why’ behind the constant monitoring—a healthy baby was more important to me than any- thing else. I knew that once the baby was born, I could be a bit more lenient with my blood sugar control,” says Lindsay. When certified culinary scientist, food scientist, and author Jessica Gavin of jessi- cagavin.com was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, she felt guilty, overwhelmed, and surprised. “Pregnancy is already a stressful time, and the thought of closely monitoring
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absorb glucose. For both Lindsay and Jes- sica, walking after meals helped keep blood sugar levels in range.
in between meals and bedtime. This helps spread calorie intake throughout the day while avoiding triggers like nausea or reflux, which can make blood sugar harder to man- age due to reduced appetite. Jessica followed a balanced approach, pair- ing protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates at each meal. After eating, she checked her glucose levels to ensure she stayed within her target range. “If my glucose ran high, I adjusted at the next meal. It was all about balance, not perfection.” Planning and prepping meals, carrying snacks, and staying consistent with healthy options are key—especially when cravings hit, and they will. When Jessica wanted something indulgent, she kept portions small, and paired them with protein and fiber to minimize spikes. Lindsay emphasizes the importance of timing insulin intake, saying, “As long as you can take the right amount of insulin, it’s okay to indulge occa- sionally while pregnant.” For most pregnancies, exercise is also beneficial. Dr. Biggio recommends aerobic exercise over high-impact activity three to five days a week because it helps the body
everything I ate felt daunting,” she reflects. But she leaned into learning. Testing her glucose four times a day felt like a personal experiment, and tracking her meals and results taught her which food combinations worked best. “Once you figure out what works for your body, it gets easier. There may be some trial and error, but that process builds confi- dence. It turned into a challenge I could solve, and those lessons still influence how I eat today,” says Jessica. For both Lindsay and Jessica, finding com- munity, joining programs, and leaning on support systems of women going through similar experiences helped them feel less alone. NUTRITION AND DAILY LIFE TIPS Adhering to a balanced diet is central during pregnancy, especially when managing diabetes. But many people overestimate how much they need to eat. Dr. Biggio says that in reality, most people only need about 200–300 extra calories during pregnancy. For someone with diabetes, he recommends eating three smaller meals a day with snacks
COMMON CHALLENGES (AND REASSURANCE)
Diabetes may be part of the journey—but it doesn’t define it. It’s important to remem- ber that you’re doing the best you can and to avoid self-blame. “It’s hard not to blame yourself when something doesn’t go as planned,” Lindsay says. For a diabetic, it can be stressful planning around endless visits with a physician. But these days, many of these visits can be done virtually, or through sharing blood sugar logs and data from continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), which are a helpful tool for main- taining control, notes Dr. Biggio. It’s normal for things to feel challenging at times. But with guidance from healthcare professionals, support from others who have been there, and the right tools, care, and mindset, moms can move forward with confidence and focus on the joy of welcoming new life.
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RESOURCE DIRECTORY Baby World ADOPTION RESOURCES Adoption and Surrogacy
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Lutheran Family Services Rocky Mountain ■ lfsrm.org Nightlight Christian Adoptions ■ nightlight.org BIRTHING CENTERS AdventHealth Birthing Centers ■ adventhealth.com Beginnings Birth Center ■ beginningsbirthcenter.com Boulder Birth & Holistic Health ■ boulderbirthandhealth.com Colorado Birth and Wellness ■ coloradobirthandwellness.com
Choices of Colorado ■ adoptionchoices.org Adoption Dreams Come True Inc. ■ adoptiondreams.org Adoption Home Studies of Colorado ■ bbinternationaladoption.com Adoption Institute of Colorado ■ adoptioninstitudecolorado.org AdoptUSKids ■ adoptuskids.org CO4Kids ■ co4kids.org CCAI Adoption Services ■ ccaifamily.org Colorado Christian Services ■ pregnantconsideringadoption.org Colorado Coalition of Adoptive Families ■ raisethefuture.org Families Rising ■ wearefamiliesrising.org Hope’s Promise ■ hopespromise.com International Adoption Net ■ internationaladoptionnet.org
COLORADO BIRTH AND WELLNESS Coloardo Birth and Wellness offers midwifery care, prenatal and postpartum care, low intervention birth, water birth, well person care, and more. At the birth center, four private rooms provide queen-sized beds, aromatherapy, music, and a luxurious birthing tub.
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RESOURCE DIRECTORY The Birth Center at North Suburban Medical Center ■ healthonecares.com The Birth Center at AdventHealth Littleton Hospital ■ adventhealth.com UCHealth Birth Center - Memorial Hospital Center ■ uchealth.org BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT Ancient Harmony
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INTERMOUNTAIN HEALTH BIRTH CENTER OF DENVER The Birth Center of Denver features five expansive and comfortable birthing suites. Some supportive methods offered at the Birth Center include hydrotherapy and water birth, birth balls and slings, TENS units and massage tools, optimal positioning and freedom of movement, the encouragement to eat and drink during labor, consistent support in a calm environment, and Nitrous Oxide.
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Mile High United Way Childcare ■ unitedwaydenver.org STEM Child Care ■ stemchildcare.com The Gardner School of DTC ■ thegardnerschool.com CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION Amazing Birth Co ■ amazingbirthco.com Birth Song ■ birthsonggr.com Birth and Beyond Resources ■ birthandbeyondresources.com Colorado Birth & Baby ■ coloradobirthandbaby.com Denver Babies Birthwork & Beyond ■ holisticfertilityandbirth.com Honoring Birth Services ■ honoringbirthservices.com Jennie Sides Childbirth Educator and Doula, LLC ■ jsidesdoula.com Mountain Mama Childbirth Educator ■ mountainmamabirthing.com Summit Birth ■ summitbirthutah.com Rocky Mountain Birth, LLC ■ (504) 250-0282
BEGINNINGS BIRTH CENTER Beginnings Birth Center offers a series of three spa-like birthing suites each fully equipped with a variety of luxury amenities. The birth rooms are named after Jolene’s grandmothers, which also inspired their décor. Each client is given the opportunity to list their room preference, and when you are in labor, you are given the highest available from your list.
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■ ccrmivf.com CNY Fertility ■ cnyfertility.com
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Tender Gifts Birth & Wellness Center ■ tendergiftsmidwifery andbirthcenter.com Wonderfully Made Doula Services LLC ■ (720) 879-3856 PARENT EDUCATION AND CLASSES Attachment Parenting International ■ attachmentparenting.org Belly Bliss ■ bellybliss.com Catholic Charities of Central Colorado ■ ccharitiescc.org Colorado Family Life Center ■ coloradofamilylife.org Colorado Statewide Parent Coalition ■ coparentcoalition.org Course for Parents ■ courseforparents.com Parent Possible ■ parentpossible.org Parenting Practice of Colorado
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COMMONSPIRIT ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL BIRTH CENTER The Birth Center at St. Francis Hospital features 10 spacious antepartum rooms, seven triage rooms, 12 family-friendly labor/delivery rooms, a dedicated spa room for use in labor, two dedicated C-section operating suites with three bays for post-anesthesia recovery, 34 spacious post-partum mom/baby suites with jacuzzi tubs or showers, and daybeds in each room.
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BOULDER BIRTH & HOLISTIC HEALTH Boulder Birth & Holistic Health, formerly The Birth Center of Boulder, has been offering midwife-led, out-of-hospital birth, and sexual health services to the community for a decade. Owned and operated by women, the birth center’s team of skilled midwives has welcomed more than 1,138 babies into the world and has served over 4,000 individuals and families. They offer holistic health services including gynecological care, acupuncture, lactation support, and integrative primary care to support long-term health and wellbeing.
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ULTRASOUND TECHNICIANS Baby Glimpses ■ babyglimpses.com Blossom Baby Co. ■ blossombabyco.com
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Belly vs. Bed: The Third Trimester Sleep Olympics
By Amanda Miller
R emember when going to bed was easy? Perhaps not that easy, but it usually consisted of deciding you wanted to go to sleep, lying down, fluffing the pillow
(maybe), and then let- ting yourself drift off to dreamland. Now those days are a distant memo- ry—at least for now.
When you’re in the trenches of your third trimester, sleep becomes less of a restful experience and more of an athletic event. Here’s how. Pillow Problems Finding a comfortable sleeping posi- tion is impossible without the proper equipment. Enter: the pillow team. Your singular pillow that was fine and dandy pre-pregnancy isn’t enough anymore. The pillow team now consists of multiple members, and they’re all necessary. There’s the pillow behind the back, the pillow between the knees, the pillow under the belly, and the alternate pillow for whenever one of them just isn’t molding how you want it to and needs to be swapped out for the night. Sometimes the team can be downsized to one, which is the body pillow, but you may need a bigger bed to fully accommodate everyone. With this method, you’ll get a few hours of sleep—until you have to… Turning Over Troubles
struggle is ready to be overcome…
Turning over while pregnant isn’t the most graceful experience. Some may liken it to a full three-point maneuver that requires planning and momentum. What used to be a quick flip now takes the precision of parallel parking…not to mention readjusting the pillow team once you’ve completed the turn. That’s a whole experience in itself. Once you’re readjusted and ready to sleep again, culprit number three of sleep disruption enters the chat… The Bladder Battle You’re finally comfortable, but sadly not for long. Now that you’ve readjust- ed, of course it’s time for your bladder to shift and let you know that it’s time to get up and make the trek to the bathroom. Unraveling yourself from all the pillows is a task in itself, but you eventually make it there, make it back to bed, and then restart the “Let’s get comfortable!” process all over again. Once you’ve returned to your bliss and are just about to doze off, the final
Mental Gymnastics If you’re not experiencing insomnia, you may be making every to-do list you’ve ever wanted to make at this point. You’re probably also question- ing everything you did—or didn’t—do that day. Did I schedule my appoint- ment? Do we have everything for the nursery? What if the baby never sleeps? What if I never sleep again? The thoughts go on and on sometimes, and it’s usually happening at the worst times, such as 2 a.m., or every hour on the hour. Despite all of this happening, your partner is right next to you the entire time…having the best sleep of his life. Eventually…hopefully…you finally drift off to sleep though. It may not be the best sleep, but it’s all yours. At least until you want to turn over again.
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