Category: Postpartum Support

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52 Gentle Ways to Lower Stress and Reclaim Calm

June 16, 2025

At Barksdale Missions, we believe that healing starts with intentional, sustainable care—body, mind, and spirit. Stress may be part of life, but it doesn’t have to rule your day. Whether you’re navigating parenthood, managing mental health, or simply trying to feel more grounded, these 52 gentle strategies are here to help. You don’t have to… Read More 52 Gentle Ways to Lower Stress and Reclaim Calm

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Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety

March 26, 2025

An in-depth look at Dr. Nicole Pensak’s groundbreaking guide for navigating motherhood with compassion and science Motherhood can be beautiful—and it can be overwhelming. For new moms who find themselves anxious, uncertain, or not quite like themselves, Dr. Nicole Pensak’s book, Rattled: How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain,… Read More Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety

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What No One Tells You About Being a First-Time Mom

March 7, 2025

Are you a first-time mom? Maybe you’re currently expecting? Or perhaps you’re trying to conceive? No matter where you are on this journey, it’s never too early or too late to start thinking about the joys, challenges, and surprises that come with becoming a parent. Everyone has their own opinion about how you should feed… Read More What No One Tells You About Being a First-Time Mom

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The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help

March 19, 2018

The postpartum period—often called the “fourth trimester”—is a time of profound physical and emotional change. Postpartum support from doulas and other professionals can make all the difference, offering hands-on care, emotional guidance, and household help as families adjust to life with a newborn. Learn how postpartum services nurture recovery, reduce stress, and empower new parents during this critical stage.… Read More The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help

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The Rebozo: A Timeless Tool for Pregnancy, Labor, and Beyond

December 13, 2017

If I had to choose just one essential tool for pregnancy and childbirth, it would be the Rebozo. In every childbirth class I teach, I introduce my students to this incredibly versatile and comforting tool. The reactions are always the same—instant relief, increased relaxation, and excitement at how simple yet effective it is! But here’s… Read More The Rebozo: A Timeless Tool for Pregnancy, Labor, and Beyond