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Beyond Babysitting: The Critical Need for Respect, Rights, and Recognition in Childcare Work

Embarking on a career in childcare and doula work in my 30s was a deeply intentional choice. Though the journey has been fulfilling, it's...

Oct 313 min read

Parenting Plans vs. Play: How Kids Teach Us to Live in the Moment

Kids at Work: The Hilarious Parallels Between Office Life and Childhood Play Picture this: a child is intently folding, unfolding,...

Oct 273 min read

From Passion to Calling: Listening to the Whispers

In a recent podcast, Latham Thomas, founder of Mama Glow and an inspiring advocate for women’s well-being, shared a powerful distinction...

Oct 254 min read

Why Supporting New Parents Is the Epitome of ‘Hospitality’

I’m a Hotelie (Cornell University Hotel School grad) with formal culinary training—and I’ve dedicated my career to helping families as a...

Oct 245 min read

Why I Chose to Work as a Nanny in My 30s—and How It Led Me to Postpartum Doula Work

As a chef by trade with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, you might be wondering—why become a nanny? It’s a question I’ve...

Oct 203 min read

What is a Postpartum Doula? The Unsung Hero of Your ‘After-Party’ into Parenthood!

Postpartum doulas are here for the “after-party” of parenthood! You’ve just welcomed your little one, and now comes the whirlwind of...