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The role of the Registered Nurse or Newborn Care Provider is to feed, soothe, bathe, change & provide all other gentle care to baby through the night.

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Repaying Sleep Debt as a New Parent

Postpartum sleep deprivation is real and cumulative. Research shows that new parents lose an average of six months of sleep in the first two years. While you can’t fully repay lost sleep, consistent recovery sleep and practical support make a significant difference in cognitive function, mood, and physical health. Sleep Debt- The Facts Sleep debt […]

My Milk Isn’t In…What Do I Do?

updated, Sept 1, 2025 – Jessica Haupt, RN, BSN, IBCLC provides answers to nursing with low production, or what seems like low-production but is actually quite normal! Tips on increasing your milk production and a successful breastfeeding relationship are below in My Milk Isn’t In…What Do I Do? One of the challenges you might encounter […]

Best Age for Newborn Photos

Your baby will be gorgeous no matter what age, but the first two weeks are ideal for newborn photography. Babies are still curled and sleepy, making those classic posed shots easier to achieve. That said, beautiful newborn images can be captured anytime up to three months and you have not missed your window. Best Age […]

What Is a Dreamfeed? How It Works and Whether to Try It

A dreamfeed is a feeding given to your sleeping baby between 10-11pm — before you go to bed — so they sleep longer overnight. By feeding baby while they’re still drowsy, you align their longest sleep stretch with yours, potentially giving both of you 4-6 uninterrupted hours. When seeking ways to help baby sleep longer […]