We celebrate Valentine’s Day this month, a time to say I love you to those we care about most. But how do we tell our babies that we love them? Especially in those early weeks when our babies are still waking up to the world, what do they need from us, and how do we make sure they…
Self Care in the New Year
This is the time of year when we can’t help but think about “New Year’s resolutions”. Suggestions are everywhere; organize your closets, simplify your life, get fit, lose that weight, read these books! And some of these might be things you actually want to do! But if you are parenting, especially if you have a newborn, there is…
Mary’s Breastfeeding Tips
The first time you hold your new baby in your arms is an amazing moment! And the first times of breastfeeding can feel more awkward than expected. It’s perfectly normal to feel like you’re not quite sure how to do this, even when you are having another child! Each baby is unique, and it takes…
Must Know Tips for New Parents (as seen AM Northwest)
By Melissa Moog When I first launched Itsabelly, I was invited as a guest expert on AM Northwest, a Portland morning news program. I was excited to share my must know tips for new parents. At the time, I was also a new mom to my first baby, Isabella who was about 8 months old….
Join Our #Babyfest #Portland Twitter Party on 9/18/12 from 7 – 8 pm PST
We’re throwing a party about EVERYTHING baby! Join us as we tweet away LIVE from 7-8 pm PST on Tuesday, the 18th sharing expert tips about preparing for pregnancy and essentials for baby. Enter to win fabulous baby and parenting products from our favorite companies: Andaluz Birth Center Earth Mama Angel Baby gDiapers Plum Organics My Precious…
Not My Mama's Breastmilk – My Personal Aha Moment About Breastfeeding & Milk Banks
By Melissa Moog Five years ago I became a new mom to my daughter Isabella and all I wanted to do was feed her the best food that nature could provide which was my breastmilk. It turns out after a few months of trying while exhausting the various means to increase my production from a…