Rooting Wisdom: Lactation and Wellness Counseling

12/12/2025

Why can’t we speak about the anger, sadness and frustration readily in being a mother? Why must we censor ourselves to paint an improper picture for those who come after us? Not my jam and never will be. This s**t is hard as fck.

12/08/2025

Winter is here and capturing moments of toddler independence as well as tantrums was in full effect!

12/03/2025

Watch, follow, and discover more trending content.

12/02/2025

We are still here, not everyone, but many…

11/27/2025

Tea, book and winter squash soup 😍

11/25/2025

Many people laugh at this idea, from a westernized traditional perspective (how many of us were raised) it seems bonkers! Ask my baby? They can’t talk. In reality the goal is creating this respect between caregiver and child that continues on as they get older and learn to advocate for their own autonomy. Communicating to a toddler to help them, change them, pick them up or take them away from something dangerous fosters the relationship. Grabbing a child away quickly from something that isn’t dangerous, but because they aren’t ‘listening’ offers aggression, confusion and this fast paced environment where they struggle to learn. Slowing down, using words to communicate what is happening and what we want to introduce sets the tone for their future behavior.

And for those who believe Montessori approach isn’t their jam, this concept likely isn’t either but to each their own ❤️

Experts suggest that even babies can benefit from a sense of autonomy, starting with small everyday interactions like diaper changes. Asking a baby for “consent” is not about giving them full choice but about acknowledging their body and signals.

Before changing a diaper, parents can speak gently, make eye contact, and notice the baby’s reactions. This teaches babies that their feelings and comfort matter, helping them develop a sense of agency and trust. Research shows that even simple acts of respect in early life can influence emotional regulation, attachment, and confidence later on.

Consent practices with infants can be as simple as offering a choice between two wipes, explaining what you are doing, or giving them a moment to respond. These small steps show babies that their bodies are respected and that their reactions are valid.

In the long term, this approach fosters emotional intelligence, empathy, and secure attachment. Parents modeling respect, patience, and observation from day one can set the foundation for children who understand boundaries and develop healthy social and emotional skills.

11/24/2025

Normalise saying "no thanks" to pass-the-baby.

If you feel best with your baby in your arms, Rest Assured was written for you.

(You'll find it at your local bookstore, or go ahead and click the link if it's easier.)

Read it here: https://geni.us/RestAssured

Mother Nourish Nurture 🫶🏼

11/23/2025

Gettin s**z done regardless… mother style.

11/23/2025

You know your child. You know what they need.
Let’s stop letting fear dictate how we feed our babies.
Your child is not going to develop diabetes or an autoimmune disease because they eat multiple times at night.
They’re growing, thriving, and communicating their needs — and that’s something to honor, not fear.