August 2: What to Expect Postpartum

We'll talk about what to expect postpartum - in your body, in emotions, with your baby, etc

When: 6:30-8 pm on August 2

Where: Bump room (2nd level by fish tank) in Prescott Public Library

Kids are welcome, as well as both moms and dads.

Keeping up-to-date on breastfeeding

Unfortunately, no one was able to make it to today's Dar a Luz meeting on breastfeeding. But here's a little tidbit to keep in mind on breastfeeding.

Breastfeeding science is constantly changing. Be aware of that when asking for advice - does the person you're asking keep up with the latest changes? There are drastic changes from a generation ago. For example, my mother told me during my first pregnancy to toughen my nipples before the birth to avoid sore nipples. More recent research has found no benefit from this - instead, attention to a good latch is more important.

I'm currently reading the 2010 edition of The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, which has the latest updates. Here's a couple. First, recent research has found laid-back positions for breastfeeding to be beneficial for helping the baby latch and keeping breastfeeding comfortable. Second, the recommendation has been to pump or express a little if the breasts are so engorged that the baby cannot latch on. Now, we know that pumping can increase the pressure around the nipple and make the problem worse. Instead, reverse pressure softening is recommended right before nursing.

First Things First study

First, thanks for those who came to our meeting last night!

First Things First is doing a study with children under the age of six. Parents, primary caregivers, and child care providers can participate. See the website or call 1-888-704-8774. (By the way, First Things First is looking for volunteers on their Regional Partnership Council.)

- Laura

June 7: Cloth Diapering

Cloth diapering has many benefits, but it can be overwhelming at first! Come join us as we talk about cloth diapers. We'll have many types of diapers to look at. Both Nicole and I have experience using them, so come with your questions!

When: 6:30 pm on June 7

Where: Prescott Public Library, Bump room (2nd floor near fish tank)

Families are welcome!

May Meeting

Hello, everyone, Nicole here!

Laura and I are planning our May meeting! We're very excited to be hosting Paula Matthew, LM, CPM to demonstrate belly dancing for pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Paula is an incredible dancer, you won't want to miss this!

As always, children and families are welcome. Can't wait to see you there!

~Nicole

April 5: Doulas

Our April 5 meeting will be on doulas (professional labor support) - what they are, benefits, and local doulas.

We'll be at the Prescott Public Library in the Bump room (2nd floor by fish tank) at 6:30! Hope you can come.

-Laura

February 1: How your partner can be involved in the birth

Labor can be a great bonding time for couples! Come learn some tools for your partner to promote your comfort.

We hope to see you at the Prescott downtown library on Tues, Feb. 1 at 6:30 pm. We'll be in the Bump Room (upstairs by the fish tank).

As a preview, we are planning on discussing comfort measures for labor on March 1 and doulas on April 5.