Birthing by Heart

Your baby’s first milk is more than enough. Discover why colostrum is often called “liquid gold” and how these first drops lay the foundation for lifelong health.

Warm, silky, and deeply nourishing — this sweet congee is infused with iron-rich sweetness, healing spices, and healthy fats. Whether you're postpartum or simply craving comfort, this beautiful porridge nourishes body and soul. From my heart (and kitchen) to yours.

Mother’s Day isn’t about a busy schedule or more things—it’s about being seen, supported, and loved. This gentle reflection honors the invisible work of motherhood and invites families to show up with presence instead of pressure.

A warm, silky bowl of bone broth congee is the ultimate comfort food for postpartum healing or anytime you need nourishment. Easy to digest, hydrating, and deeply restorative — made with simple ingredients and a whole lot of love.

More families are choosing midwifery care—and for good reason. In celebration of National Midwives Day, here are five powerful ways midwives bring wisdom, trust, and whole-hearted care to your birth journey.

Bone broth is a time-honored postpartum superfood, rich in collagen, minerals, and immune-boosting nutrients. Learn why it supports healing and hydration after birth — plus, get a simple, nourishing recipe you can make at home.

Hiring a doula doesn’t mean leaving dad out — it means you both get the support you deserve. Doulas guide, encourage, and help dads show up with confidence.

Self-care for new moms isn’t just bubble baths — it’s asking for help, accepting support, and setting healthy boundaries. Learn simple ways to nurture yourself during the precious postpartum season.

Motherhood is a becoming, and with it can come unexpected grief. As you nurture your new baby, do not forget to nurture the newly born mother within you. Give yourself permission to grieve, heal, and embrace your transformation with tenderness.

Pregnancy left me feeling like a stranger in my own body. But a tearful moment with my daughter in a dressing room changed everything. Read how I learned to silence my inner critic, embrace my postpartum body, and finally see myself through the loving eyes of my family.

Looking back on my postpartum periods, I’m filled with warmth—not because they were perfect, but because they taught me vital lessons about rest, nourishment, and asking for help. If you’re preparing for postpartum or living it right now, here’s the encouragement I wish I had back then.

Learn how to thrive in the postpartum period with tips on nourishment, rest, and support. Discover how to set yourself up for healing, strength, and empowerment during your fourth trimester.

Postpartum isn’t a time to “bounce back”—it’s a time to heal, rest, and replenish. These 5 easy nourishment tips will help you care for your body and bond with your baby in those tender early days.

Postpartum is messy, exhausting, and sometimes downright hilarious. From giant pads and nursing bras to blowouts and spit-up, I’m sharing some of the funniest moments from those early days of motherhood. Because if we don’t laugh, we might cry—and sometimes we do both!

Across cultures, new mothers have been honored with sacred rituals that mark the powerful transformation into motherhood. Let’s bring them back — from ceremonial baths to Closing the Bones, these practices offer healing, connection, and celebration.