Author Archives: Heather Magill

I love having conversations about all things postpartum and have been enjoying being a guest on a number of podcasts recently. If you’d like to get to know a little bit more about me, my story, philosophy, and work with new parents, check these out! I spoke with Julia Jones of Newborn Mothers about myContinue reading “Podcast episodes”

I want to live in a society that values and supports moms every day of the year. I want moms to be able to make the choices that work for them without having to deal with judgement, shame, inaccurate information, or systemic barriers. I want a culture of care and compassion for parents in allContinue reading “What I really want for Mother’s Day”

Being a mom can sometimes feel like navigating a minefield. We are constantly bombarded by warnings, opinions, advice, and judgement about everything from our appearance to our child’s behavior. It can feel impossible to make the “right” choice or miserable trying to please everyone but ourselves. We so badly want what is best for ourContinue reading “Five Things to Stop Feeling Guilty About”

“Don’t babies sleep for 18 hours a day? I’ll be fine.” Yes, that was my actual thought when I was pregnant with my first child, and yes, it didn’t take long for me to realize how ridiculous that idea was. Even newborns who really love to sleep need to wake to eat every few hoursContinue reading “Newborn Sleep Tips”

I recently hosted a Story Share meetup with the topic of going back to work after maternity leave. Four moms of children ages 5 months-14 years shared their experiences of having a job while also having a family. There were some great reflections and tips shared with the expectant parents in attendance, and a fewContinue reading “Going Back to Work After Maternity Leave”

The phrase self-care is used so much these days that it’s hard to tell what it really means. It has been used in marketing luxury items and experiences, and becomes something else on your to-do list that you never get around to. At its worst, it’s a promise that if you just do more, youContinue reading “Self Care vs Self Love”

I am excited to be offering a new service for the new year! My Infant Concierge is for new and expectant parents who feel overwhelmed by too much information and unsure of themselves in this new stage of life. It’s like having a doula in your pocket, to turn to whenever you need! Maybe youContinue reading “Introducing My Infant Concierge”

What is mother’s intuition, anyway? (And why don’t I feel it?) Sometimes it comes easy. We “just know” what we need to do and we do it. But the concept of mother’s intuition or the encouragement to “trust your gut” can also cause a lot of frustration, especially if you tend towards anxiety and overthinking,Continue reading “What is Mother’s Intuition and why don’t I feel it?”

Sometimes it comes easy. We “just know” what we need to do and we do it. But the concept of mother’s intuition or the encouragement to “trust your gut” can also cause a lot of frustration, especially if you tend towards anxiety and overthinking, like me. Add in all of those postpartum hormones, sleep deprivation,Continue reading “What is mother’s intuition, anyway? (And why don’t I feel it?)”