Wearable Pumps - A Love/Hate Relationship

I have a love/hate relationships with wearable breast pumps. You wonder why? Not because of the quality of the pumps (that’s a topic for another day) but because of the pressure that it creates for women to multi-task while producing food for their babies. Hear me out - I know a wearable breast pump has its advantages but this goes beyond the simple ability to pump on the go. We need to ask ourselves if it is necessary to be hands-free and moving around while we pump, or if we are doing ourselves a disservice.

Kim HopkinsJanuary 11, 20227 Blessings Doula ServicesElvie, Willow, wearable pump, breastfeeding, post partum, pumpingComment

Packing your Hospital Bag

What do you really need to bring to the hospital with you? This blog provides a list of essential items and some additional recommendations of things that you may find helpful. You want to be prepared for your little one’s arrival!

Kim HopkinsAugust 20, 2021doula, hospital bag, colorado springs, pregnancy, post partum, 7 BlessingsComment

Let's Talk About Sex...After Pregnancy

Sex after birth is not often discussed in an OB Office. General guidelines are that you can have intercourse after 6 weeks, but there is so much more to it. While some women are in the mood right away, it may be more challenging for others to be intimate with their partners. Here are some tips and tricks on how to return to your sex life after baby.

Kim HopkinsApril 12, 2021birth, pregnancy, sex, post partumComment

Eating Well During Pregnancy

Eating healthy throughout our pregnancy does not have to be difficult. There are some easy steps we can follow to ensure that our bodies get the nutrients they need to help our baby grow.

How to Help your Teething Baby

Your baby is teething and you are exhausted. You just don’t know how to help ease their pain? Or maybe you are not sure if your little one is teething but they are showing some signs? I provide the inside-scoop on teething babies and tell you how you can help your little one while they are working hard on their first teeth.

Kim HopkinsMarch 22, 20217 Blessings Doula Servicesteething, colorado, colorado springs, babies, doula, post partum, teeth, remediesComment

My Must-Haves for a Smooth Post Partum Recovery

Have you thought about your post partum journey? I am here to help make your recovery smooth sailing!

Kim HopkinsFebruary 16, 20217 Blessings Doula ServicesBirth, post partum, new parent, doula, recovery, healingComment