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Surgeon General’s Advisory: Parenting is Now a Health Issue

It’s not just you. Parenting has gotten so hard on folks that even the US Surgeon General is weighing in. This blog, Surgeon General’s Advisory: Parenting is Now a Health Issue breaks down the Advisory and how it aims to help parents reduce stress and get the support they need. Surgeon General’s Advisory: Parenting Quick […]

Introducing the National NAPS Registry for Night Doulas

When Let Mommy Sleep opened 14 years ago, we solely hired Certified Nursing Assistants, Medical Technicians, Nurses and clinically licensed professionals. As time went on however, we realized that recruiting needed to include wonderful newborn nannies, infant-room daycare providers, twins experts and postpartum doulas. These caregivers have great experience, but don’t always have formal training. […]

Why You Want a Birthing Friendly Hospital

In June 2022 the White House unveiled the Blueprint for Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis, which aims for better birth outcomes. Successes of the blueprint include expanded Medicaid postpartum coverage and increased access to care. One of the most powerful improvements however, is the Birthing-Friendly Hospital designation. This blog, Why You Want a Birthing Friendly […]

How to Get Insurance to Cover my Night Nanny or Doula

In-home newborn care is not usually covered by traditional health insurance. There are many reasons why your family might need overnight care however, so understanding payment options becomes crucial. How to Get Insurance to Cover my Night Nanny or Doula explores insurance coverage for overnight doula and night nanny care. Situations Where Health Insurance Might […]