Daylight savings is happening on March 13th, 2022, which means warmer weather and longer days are on the way! But with all the joys of spring come some woes, like adjusting your baby’s sleep schedule to daylight saving time. While the spring time change can be a struggle for some babies, we’re here to guide...CONTINUE READING

Sleep is as imperative as nutrition and exercise when it comes to the growth and development of children. However, sleep has often been absent in children’s health messaging. When sleep is taken into account, the focus is typically on sleep problems. This view is starting to shift. One catalyst to this shift was the development...CONTINUE READING

Black. Female. Physician. When you combine those words, you may be surprised to learn that black women make up slightly less than 3% of US physicians. It was not uncommon throughout my time training and studying to be a physician that I realized I was one of the few. My journey through medicine has been...CONTINUE READING

Most couples tell me that they didn’t prepare their relationship for the stress to come once they became parents. And yet, the research is clear. Couples will experience a decline in their relationship satisfaction in the first three years of a child’s life. If you are like most new parents that enter my therapy office,...CONTINUE READING

This is your friendly reminder to remember yourself. Whether you’re expecting or already have children, know that it’s not selfish to prioritize yourself. As a mother, your body will prioritize your baby biologically but it’s crucial to remember your own needs – this goes for your partner, too. Self-care is essential to maintaining your own...CONTINUE READING

Whether this is the first time you’re traveling with kiddos or your earliest opportunity post-pandemic, the best way to ensure you’re actually able to enjoy yourself is to be prepared. Hopping on a plane, saying yes to a road trip, or setting off on a cruise with a baby in tow can cause even the...CONTINUE READING

With Daylight Savings just around the corner, we all know colder weather, shorter days and the holidays are on the way! But with all the joys of the holidays come some woes, like adjusting your baby’s sleep schedule to daylight savings time. While the time change can be a struggle for some babies, we’re here...CONTINUE READING

I’m Amanda Butler, a NASM-certified personal trainer and PROnatal (Levels I & II), AFAA Perinatal certified prenatal and postpartum trainer based in The Big Apple. The word is out. During pregnancy we CAN WORK OUT. And I don’t mean we’re mat-bound doing light yoga. In fact, for the majority of your pregnancy, you’ll most likely...CONTINUE READING

As a NASM CPT Certified Trainer and PROnatal (Levels I & II) and AFAA Perinatal Specialist, my clients come to me to get back on their feet after delivery. Exercise is a game-changer for not only your physical health (boosts energy levels, helps you sleep better, great for your cardiovascular fitness), but mental health (releasing...CONTINUE READING

While we, as parents, should absolutely take a proactive approach when it comes to preventing the most common and most fatal types of injuries for babies, many other safety measures can be considered “reactive”; meaning if over time you feel a need to use them due to a child’s curiosity or temperament, they can be...CONTINUE READING

In the early days of nursing, your body will be going through A LOT of changes. This is to be expected since you just gave birth to a tiny human! With these changes comes unexpected feelings, and I’m here to tell you that these feelings may be completely normal! Here are 5 unexpected, but completely...CONTINUE READING

Pregnancy is such an exciting time. You’ll spend most of these nine months getting organized and prepared for your baby’s arrival. In the midst of preparing your nursery, getting your car seat, and making your birth plan, it’s also a good time to start preparing for your feeding journey. No matter how you plan to...CONTINUE READING