How Babies Show Love: Part 1
Have you ever wondered what in the world your baby is trying to tell you? After all, just because you held that very same child in your body for many months doesn’t mean that you’ll understand exactly what certain baby behaviors mean. Communication is key, and since babies are not yet capable of speaking, it […]
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Best Teas for Pregnancy and Lactation
A Little Bit About Tea Culture If you’re like me, you love tea. This post will be focused on teas that are good to drink during pregnancy (and a bonus lactation tea). First off, let’s discuss the difference between a tea and a tisane. Tea 101: Tea Versus Tisane Learning the difference between a tea […]
How to Support the Young Mother in Your Life
Becoming a mother at a young age can come with unique challenges that often feel overwhelming and can lead to isolation and burnout. In today’s world, a woman can often find herself with little to no support in motherhood. They say, “it takes a village to raise a child” and for good reason. Raising the […]
Fetal Development Series: Part 2
Welcome back to the Fetal Development Series! If you haven’t yet read it, I recommend going back into South Project’s blog posts to read Part I of this series, which covered weeks one to four of the first trimester. If you’ve already read it, great! Now we can move on to weeks five through eight of fetal […]
What to Eat During Pregnancy: Part I
I know what you’re thinking. I’m pregnant, but I just don’t know how to eat. Should I even change how I eat? What in the world is good for the baby and for me? While your personal diet is information, I’m not privy to—and I’m also not here to scold you if you’re diet isn’t […]
Fear and Motherhood: The Unspoken Struggles of BIPOC Moms
For decades, BIPOC communities have endured deep and painful health disparities especially during one of the most vulnerable times in life: childbirth. Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. This isn’t just a statistic; it’s a national crisis rooted in unequal access to care. Far […]
Fetal Development Series: Part 1
You’ve just discovered you’re pregnant. But it turns out, just because you’re a woman doesn’t mean you fully understand what’s happening inside your body during pregnancy. Pregnancy is a natural process, but it doesn’t mean you know exactly what’s going on as your belly grows and your symptoms shift. Let’s be honest pregnancy can be […]
Discover the Hidden Gems at Your Local Library: A Treasure Trove for Busy Moms
When was the last time you visited your local library’s website? It’s easy to forget just how useful and important libraries are in our communities, especially as we increasingly rely on digital technology. The traditional library, once a place filled with physical books, is no longer limited to paper and ink. Today, libraries offer much […]