A Healthy Body Image – for You AND Your Child

Posted on October 11th, 2011

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Do you ever take a moment to watch your little one running around the house in nothing but a diaper, completely unapologetically? Perhaps with a blanket tied to his or her neck? Mini Superhero to the rescue!

When you first enter the world, your pudgy belly and jelly-roll thighs never cross your mind. Your belly exists to receive raspberries from Mom and Dad, and your little legs are built for running and climbing. You love your body and love being in your own skin.

Do you remember the moment in your life when all of that changed?
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PSA from National Fatherhood Initiative

Posted on June 9th, 2011

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BE A DAD

Be a Dadis National Fatherhood Initiative’s new campaign to inspire dads to be involved in their children’s lives. The messages we receive about being good parents can be overwhelming and complicated. We wanted to simplify it. Simply Be a Dad. Read a book. Play catch. Take a walk together. Your presence makes all the difference in the world. The Be a Dad campaign is spearheaded by a brand new public service announcement (PSA) that will be airing on television stations across the country.
www.fatherhood.org

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A Message for Mothers Presented by Parent Network & BABY! International Film Festival

Posted on June 2nd, 2011

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Mother’s Day Message for Mothers

May happens to be International Doula Month as well…

During this time we enjoy watching mothers in their bloom and doulas celebrating their work: supporting newborn mothers.

Transition into motherhood can be overwhelming. There is a lot to care for. Keeping mothers and their babies connected is essential for bonding and an easier postpartum time.

Nurturing and supporting a mother during her transition into motherhood creates the space for a confident and happy mother. Doulas support a mother’s success in finding her confidence to take on motherhood as a strong, courageous, determined and purposeful woman.

Doulas are helping women through childbirth and during all the postpartum moments by facilitating a safe space and caring for the birthing experience of mothers and their families.

Becoming someone’s mother becomes a little less scary and can have a long-lasting, positive effect for the mother and her family. Every day becomes Mother’s Day as a mother’s connection with her baby and family grows.

 

For all mothers and their families, Happy Mother’s Day!

In the doula spirit,

DONA International  and Parent Network