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Newborn Care


introducing pets to your newborn: a guide for a smooth transition
With a little planning and patience, introducing your pet to your newborn can be a smooth process that fosters a beautiful bond.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Sep 27, 20243 min read
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choosing the right massage oil for your babee
When it comes to choosing the perfect massage oil, opting for food-grade oils ensures safety and nourishment for your little one’s delicate

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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colostrum milk: put some respect on its name
Milk is ready and waiting for your babee. You begin producing milk around 16-22 weeks.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Apr 15, 20244 min read
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prenatal and postnatal education for breastfeeding success
Prenatal and postnatal eduction for breastfeeding success.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Mar 4, 20242 min read
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preparing your nest: practical tips for a smooth arrival
Not only should you create a positive birth space of support and safety, postpartum planning helps in creating a positive space for your bab

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jan 14, 20245 min read
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colostrum is milk
Do you know the three phases of breastmilk? Colostrum is the first stage and it’s milk too.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Dec 4, 20233 min read
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my milk hasn’t come in yet!
They can’t stop you from doing skin to skin whenever you want. They can guilt you into fearing you’ll drop your babee though.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jun 19, 20237 min read
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cheesy babees for better infant health
Wha is the waxy, white substance that covers the skin of newborn babees?

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jun 4, 20232 min read
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how newborn assessments effect breastfeeding
The first minutes and hours after birth affect breastfeeding. Protect your Golden Hour

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Apr 23, 20232 min read
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does size really matter?
Does breasts size matter with breast milk production?

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jan 18, 20232 min read
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south atlanta lactation services
South Atlanta Lactation classes, virtual and in person support for pregnant and breastfeeding families.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jan 13, 20232 min read
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limiting visitors in the early days of postpartum
Limit your visits to learn yourself as a new mom and your babee, honey!

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Oct 22, 20221 min read
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the breast friend kit
The breast friend kit is used to kearn the art if hand expression to collect colostrum.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Sep 20, 20221 min read
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lactation home visits increase your breastfeeding confidence and duration
lactation home visits increase your breastfeeding confidence and duration

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Sep 3, 20222 min read
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atlanta lactation home visits
Atlanta Lactation Home Visits

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jun 28, 20222 min read
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babee behavior
Newborn behavior on day one.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jun 21, 20221 min read
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surrender
The only person in the house that knows what to do is the babee.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Apr 18, 20221 min read
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when should my babee start tummy time?
Tummy time is for newborns too.

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jan 29, 20222 min read
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should I stop my babee from nursing too much.
Should I time my babees feeds?

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Jan 23, 20221 min read
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i take care of the mother not the baby
It’s true, honey! I rarely care for babies solely unless mom needs a shower or quick nap. I do try to get a quick baby snuggle in before...

Jada Metcalf, CBS, PD
Aug 20, 20211 min read
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