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I’m Hillary, the nurse founder of Baby Settler, and a mom of 4!
I’m also a lactation consultant, and I’m here to help you find your groove and navigate the overwhelming days and nights that can steal the joys of babyhood. Amidst all the chaos, I’ll bring you laughs, support, and a whole bunch of “I’ve got this!” moments.
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Ways to Get Your Partner Involved with Your Newborn Even if You’re Breastfeeding
From the moment you see those two pink lines, life as you know it changes forever. The journey into parenthood is exhilarating, yet it often feels like a roller coaster ride with no manual to guide you. For many new moms, especially those who are breastfeeding, it can seem
How to Choose the Best Pediatric Provider for your Family
How to choose the best pediatric provider for your family. Trying to choose the best pediatric provider for your family has always been a really important decision But honestly, I think it’s more important now than it ever has been. When I was having my first baby over 12
The “Dream Feed”: Baby Settler is not a fan. Here’s why.
The “Dream Feed” : A Frequently Debated Topic Among Infant Sleep Consultants At Baby Settler, we are not on board with the “Dream Feed”…but let me explain why so you can decide if you are “on board” with it! Because the truth is, you know your baby better
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Newborn Bedtime Routine To Promote Better Sleep
Mama, have you heard this about sleep and newborns? “Babies wake up throughout the night, that’s just how it is.” While newborn babies do wake up in order to feed (in the first month, they’ll feed eight to 12 times a day), you can still do things to promote better...
How To Sleep Train Your Baby Without Crying It Out
What comes to mind when you hear of the term “Sleep Training”? Many parents think of the infamous approach of letting your baby cry it out when they wake up in the middle of the night. If you want to sleep train your baby and promote better nighttime sleep...
How To Set Up Your Baby’s Nursery
When you’re pregnant, setting up the baby’s nursery is part of nesting - and it can be so exciting! Choosing a décor theme, shopping for super cute toys, and finding pictures for the walls is a lot of fun. But, while aesthetics are important, you’ve got to think about...
5 Breastfeeding Myths Busted
When you become a mom, there are plenty of people in your life who will offer you free advice on how to look after your newborn. However, there are some myths that are routinely dolled out, especially when it comes to breastfeeding. Let’s bust these breastfeeding...
How To Decode Your Fussy Baby
Your baby is going to cry, no matter what you do. Crying is one of the ways that babies communicate and burn off energy. You are not a failure if your baby cries! But, do you know the difference between fussing and crying? Decoding your fussy baby isn’t about...
True Vs False Labor: Decoding Your Pains
Your uterus is beginning to feel as if it’s contracting. Should you go to the hospital right away, or is this false labor? You’re coming close to the nine month mark, or already there and you’re just waiting for your new little bundle to join the world. The lead up...
6 Nursery Essentials Every Mom Needs
Getting the baby nursery ready for your newborn can be an exciting time. Picking out a theme, decorating, and packing away their tiny clothes is a form of nesting, and it’s a completely natural urge. “...the nesting instinct is the burst of energy women often get in...
6 Ways To Increase Your Breast Milk Supply
Our bodies are amazing! Not only are a lot of mamas able to feed their babies with their breast milk, but they’re also able to increase the volume of milk they’re producing for future use. Do you want to increase your milk supply? Adding pumping into your...
12 Tips For The First 12 Days With Your Newborn
Suddenly – and sometimes all too quickly – you’ve transitioned from pregnant mama into mama of a newborn. The first few weeks of life with a newborn can be wonderful and overwhelming. Luckily, there are a few things you can do that will help support you and your...