Diaper Rash 101
Diaper rash is a common skin rash most babies will experience at some point. Although common, diaper rash can be very irritating for babies and worrisome for new parents. Today we are here to talk about diaper rash, what it is, and some tips for healing it. We hope you enjoy this week’s blog, diaper…
Pregnancy Nerves
At Bay City Doulas, we talk to dozens of expecting families weekly. It’s one of our favorite parts of our job! We have the privilege to speak with and work with so many people from different backgrounds, trying to figure out what will work best for their families. While every family is different, we hear…
Five Tips to Help a Gassy Baby
Many people are surprised the first time they hear their baby pass gas. “Was that really the baby!” Infants pass gas very often; this is because babies are on liquid diets, eat extremely frequently, their guts are immature, and are adjusting to the food they are drinking. While baby gas is typical, and babies are…
Amihan’s Postpartum Journey
Today we are lucky to have one of the fantastic postpartum doulas at Bay City Doulas join us to discuss her postpartum journey. Amihan (she/her) is a connected doula in Santa Cruz and beyond, as well as a mom herself. She brings her wealth of knowledge, passion, and connection and is always researching, and bettering…
Babywearing
Babywearing is a baby-carrying technique that’s been practiced worldwide for centuries. In recent years babywearing has gained popularity once more. Today we are here to talk about babywearing, its benefits, and safe babywearing practices. Babywearing explained Babywearing is a carrying technique that enables you to wear a newborn or small child in a baby carrier…
Baby Music Classes in the Bay Area
They say it goes by fast, and they aren’t lying! Our little tiny newborns turn into babies who turn into toddlers in the blink of an eye. As babies continue to grow, they become more social and curious. As the Bay Area opens up, we see some great classes for children and babies returning. Today…
Interview with Bay Area Sleep Consultant Dr. Sarah Mitchell
One of our favorite things about the community in the Bay Area is the fantastic resources at the fingertips of new parents! At Bay City Doulas, we consistently network with other professionals in our area to bring our clients additional support during pregnancy and postpartum. For our blog this week, we interviewed Bay Area Sleep…
Anathea’s Doula Journey
If you talk to a room full of doulas about the beginning of their career, you may find that many have similar answers. ” I never knew exactly what a doula did, but once I found out, the rest was history.” This rang true for the Co-Owner of Bay City Doulas, Anathea Abele, and today…
Staying Comfortable While Pregnant on Hot Days in the Bay Area
As residents of the San Francisco Bay Area, we are lucky to have relatively temperate weather throughout each season. However, between May and October, we typically see a couple of heatwaves. Hot and sunny days can be a great treat if you get to spend the day relaxing at the beach in Santa Cruz or…
