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Carseat Safety Checks In Henrico
Lakeside Volunteer Rescue Squad is hosting a carseat safety check! Event location: 2007 Timberlake Ave, Henrico, VA 23228 Event Time:...

Kristi Ramey
Apr 8, 20231 min read


Brand New and Not How I Imagined
When I first started my pregnancy, I thought it would all be super easy. I figured I'd give birth without drugs, feed my baby with ease,...
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Mar 23, 20233 min read


"E" is for Encapsulation
This installment in our "ABC" series is all about (placenta) encapsulation! Missed the last few? Start here: https://www.richmondbirthand...

Kristi Ramey
Mar 10, 20233 min read


Celebrating National IBCLC Day!
People might be surprised to learn this, but I (Kristi Ramey) did not nurse my first two kiddos. Well, I did, but only for a few weeks,...

Kristi Ramey
Mar 2, 20233 min read


Hydration is Key!
You can have the most perfect breastfeeding technique in the world, but if you're not nourishing yourself properly, then your body simply...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 28, 20232 min read
"D" is for Doula
Sorry, we couldn't resist. This is, after all, what we do! Fun fact: Richmond Birth and Baby was originally just Kristi Ramey, Birth...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 24, 20233 min read
Oh Crap (...am I going to poop during labor?)
Honestly, this one of the most common questions we get from our clients. As the third installment in our "ABC" series, we hope you enjoy...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 21, 20232 min read


Doula Diaries: A Good Health Advocate
RB&B team member Heydi, shares some of her thoughts on the role and value of a doula. This is what she had to say! "Advocate" is a strong...

heydi.marshall
Feb 18, 20232 min read


Visual Aids: Delayed Cord Clamping
We like to this use this image as a great descriptive aid for delayed cord clamping. Delayed cord clamping simply means waiting until all...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 16, 20231 min read


"B" is for Bottles
Continuing with our "ABC" series, we give you a few thoughts on bottles! While we do not think that all bottles are created equal, we do...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 16, 20232 min read
Romance After Baby
Congratulations, mama! You've done it! You grew a baby, birthed a baby (a c-section absolutely counts), and now you're rocking the mom...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 14, 20232 min read


"A" is for Amniotic Fluid
What is amniotic fluid, you might ask? "Amniotic fluid is a clear or slightly yellow fluid which is found within the first 12 days...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 10, 20232 min read


Labor Snacks
We recommend eating and drinking throughout labor, (unless your medical professional advises otherwise). Why? Simple answer: Your body is...

Kristi Ramey
Feb 7, 20231 min read
January Event!
Join us this Saturday, Jan 7th as Hannah, one of our amazing postpartum doulas, teaches all about nutrition. We all have questions as we...

Kristi Ramey
Jan 3, 20231 min read
Colostrum IS Milk (and why it's all a baby needs)
If you've spent any time in the birth and breastfeeding worlds, the word "colostrum" has probably come up. While this incredible milk is...

Kristi Ramey
Dec 30, 20222 min read
Functional Oral Assessments: Why Your Baby Might Need One and What To Expect
Q. When Would A Functional Oral Assessment Be Helpful? A. While this varies in each situation, we see many clients experiencing...

Kristi Ramey
Dec 23, 20222 min read



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Oct 3, 20220 min read


Prenatal Yoga Classes!
In this upcoming 4 week prenatal yoga series, we will focus on cultivating mental and physical well-being and resilience to support you...

Kristi Ramey
Sep 7, 20221 min read


Are you pregnant in the Richmond Area?
Contact us to register!

Kristi Ramey
Aug 19, 20221 min read
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