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22Nov/18

The 10 principles of postpartum

22/11/2018postpartum, tipsDulce Piacentini

Postpartum is a special moment in the life of women who become mums! It’s intense, crazy and beautiful… all at the same time. If you follow the 10 principles of postpartum fromRead More…

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25Oct/18

15 ideas of gifts to give to a new mum

25/10/2018postpartum, tipsDulce Piacentini

Practically a cultural tradition, when a baby is born, one usually visits the family carrying a gift for the baby. In Brazil, for example, where I come from, people often feel obligedRead More…

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02Sep/18

11 tips for dads in the postpartum period

02/09/2018postpartum, tipsDulce Piacentini

The idea that the father doesn’t have much to do for a newborn is quite common. It’s said that baby in those first weeks needs only the mother to meet his/her needs.Read More…

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I agree! It's so wonderful to see them grow, but w I agree! It's so wonderful to see them grow, but where are my babies? my little children? 🙂 #motherlyhug #holisticsleepconsultant #postpartumdoula #doula #postpartumperiod #postpartum #doulalife #integrativesleepconsultant #sleepconsultant #secureattachment #healthysleep #nocryitout #nosleeptraining #postnatalperiod #postnataldoula #gentlesleepconsultant #sleepchallenges #sleepdeprivedmama
Yesterday I went to Rachel's Coffee Group to talk Yesterday I went to Rachel's Coffee Group to talk a bit about sleep. I always like to clarify the subject and the way I work, as there's lots of misconceptions out there about baby's sleep, and people don't really know the difference between a mainstream sleep consultant and a Holistic Sleep Consultant (me!). I didn't count but I think there were about 20 dyads of mums and babies! Cuteness overload 😍😍 Thank you, Rachel, for inviting me!
Sleep is such a complex subject. It’s affected b Sleep is such a complex subject. It’s affected by – and it affects – so many different factors! The emotional well-being of the child as well as of their main caregiver is one of them! For babies and children to sleep well (and actually for us adults too!), they need to feel safe and loved. And to achieve it they need good connection with the parents and they need to feel comfortable in their “sleep zone”… Physical contact, eye to eye, smiles and conversations, hugs and kisses are some of the ways to fill up baby’s “love tank” during the day so that they feel safe enough to separate from the parents at night, during sleep. Creating positive associations with the place where the child sleeps is another good strategy. Other things are related to the emotional wellbeing of the children – when they’re starting new activities or new skills, for example, they might feel insecure for some time. So understanding this is also key! In my holistic sleep consultancy, we value emotional well-being greatly, and I give you strategies that suit your family dynamics to promote the emotional well-being of your precious little one! Facing sleep challenges but want no sleep training? I’m your girl! Get in touch! #motherlyhug #holisticsleepconsultant #postpartumdoula #doula #postpartumperiod #postpartum #doulalife #integrativesleepconsultant #sleepconsultant #secureattachment #healthysleep #nocryitout #nosleeptraining #postnatalperiod #postnataldoula #gentlesleepconsultant #sleepchallenges #sleepdeprivedmama
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This 5 day old cutie did something I hadn't seen b This 5 day old cutie did something I hadn't seen before in such a young baby: as you put her down on her back (already sleeping), she turns sideways! If you insist on her back, she will turn sideways again! Amazing! 🤗😍 I love how we can see baby's temperament from the early days! This girl knows what she wants already! 😉💞 **Photo posted with permission.
Sleep is such a complex subject. It’s affected b Sleep is such a complex subject. It’s affected by – and it affects – so many different factors! Indeed, your child’s nutrition can facilitate sleep or not, especially their dinner (considering they’re into solids already), as certain foods will help sleep while other may disrupt it. At night, give preference for carbohydrates and foods that contain tryptophan, an amino acid used in the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone: proteins in general, yogurt, milk, cheese, oat, banana, chicken, egg and corn are good examples. Avoid sugary and processed foods at night (and actually in any part of the day!). Tomatoes, strawberry and grapes have small amounts of melatonin themselves! Studies have also found that Omega 3 helps improve sleep too, and it can be found, for instance, in salmon and anchovies. Other studies have found that the lack of vitamins of the Complex B, especially the vitamin B3, affects sleep. So why not include pork, tuna, avocado, potato or peanuts in your family’s dinner? As you can see, lots of options for a yummy and healthy dinner that can boost your family’s sleep! Facing sleep challenges but want no sleep training? I’m your girl! Get in touch! #motherlyhug #holisticsleepconsultant #postpartumdoula #doula #postpartumperiod #postpartum #doulalife #integrativesleepconsultant #sleepconsultant #secureattachment #healthysleep #nocryitout #nosleeptraining #postnatalperiod #postnataldoula #gentlesleepconsultant #sleepchallenges #sleepdeprivedmama
Photo from when I had a 3yo and a 1yo (back in 201 Photo from when I had a 3yo and a 1yo (back in 2015)! A 2 year gap in between children means a very intense first year with two, but I love how they're close to each other now! They play a lot together, much more than my brother and I at their age, for example, who are 4 years apart! Every age difference has advantages and disadvantages! How is it in your house? 🙂
Every cry should be embraced, as every cry is a le Every cry should be embraced, as every cry is a legitimate emotion being expressed! #motherlyhug #holisticsleepconsultant #postpartumdoula #doula #postpartumperiod #postpartum #doulalife #integrativesleepconsultant #sleepconsultant #secureattachment #healthysleep #nocryitout #nosleeptraining #postnatalperiod #postnataldoula #gentlesleepconsultant #sleepchallenges #sleepdeprivedmama
I like to have bath time as part of the bedtime ro I like to have bath time as part of the bedtime routine for children. But usually it can't be the last step. There are children that immediately relax after bath, but for most of us bath will at first wake us up. Think of yourself when you're almost sleeping while watching an episode of your series, then you decide to take a shower before bed. When you finish the shower you will probably feel active and energetic for a few minutes, and only afterwards all the relaxation from the water will come through. Children (babies, toddlers, preschoolers) love water and they will be excited during bath time. After that, try to include not only pjs and feeding before bed (depending on your child's age, of course), but maybe a soft song (while cuddling and dancing) or a book! That extra step will give your child time to feel all the relaxation from the bath/shower! And it's also a moment of connection that helps prepare them for sleep! Do you have bath time as part of your child's bedtime routine?
Sleep is such a complex subject. It’s affected b Sleep is such a complex subject. It’s affected by – and it affects – so many different factors! Your support network can make a huge difference for you and your baby to achieve a healthy sleep, especially in the first months after birth. We know it’s totally normal for a newborn to wake up several times during the night. They don’t have their biological clock developed, their sleep is polyphasic, they have a very small stomach which needs to be filled up frequently, not to mention they are so new to this world and may need mum’s warmth often too. So ideally every newborn mum would have support people to be in charge of what I call mundane tasks (cooking, cleaning, washing…) so that the new mum has all the time she needs for her baby and herself, taking every opportunity to rest and/or sleep. 🙋Facing sleep challenges but want no sleep training? I’m your girl! Get in touch! #motherlyhug #holisticsleepconsultant #postpartumdoula #doula #postpartumperiod #postpartum #doulalife #integrativesleepconsultant #sleepconsultant #secureattachment #healthysleep #nocryitout #nosleeptraining #postnatalperiod #postnataldoula #gentlesleepconsultant #sleepchallenges #sleepdeprivedmama
Hi there! I thought I’d let you know a little bi Hi there! I thought I’d let you know a little bit about me! I’m passionate about working with families and children, and I love studying. So I’m always looking for a new course to do, always having in mind that I wanna be the best I can for the families I work with. So here are the main courses I’ve done since I knew I wanted to work with mothers and children: ✅ Maternity and Child Sleep Consultant (IPHI – International Parenting and Health Institute – 2018) ✅ Postpartum doula (Bini Birth – 2015) ✅ Breastfeeding counsellor (GAMA/SP/Brazil – 2015; La Leche League NZ – 2019) ✅ Gradual Weaning (Marcia Horbacio Canadian Sleep Education and Training – 2020; Bianca Balassiano – 2020) ✅ National SUDI Prevention (Maori Public Health – 2019) ✅ Psychology of Postpartum Period (Instituto Aripe – 2019) ✅ Attachment Theory (Instituto Aripe – 2019) ✅ Birth doula (DONA International – 2014) ✅ Childbirth educator (ICEA – International Childbirth Education Association – 2015) ✅ Caminho da Comunicação Autêntica (non-violent communication course) (Instituto Tiê – 2020) ✅ Principles of Infant Massage (Baby in Mind – 2018) If you want to know more: https://www.motherlyhug.com/about-me/ Or get in touch! 😊
Have you started valuing your well-being as much a Have you started valuing your well-being as much as your baby's? Mother's well-being and mental health are fundamental to the child's well-being too! #motherlyhug #holisticsleepconsultant #postpartumdoula #doula #postpartumperiod #postpartum #doulalife #integrativesleepconsultant #sleepconsultant #secureattachment #healthysleep #nocryitout #nosleeptraining #postnatalperiod #postnataldoula #gentlesleepconsultant #sleepchallenges #sleepdeprivedmama
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