Pregnancy, birth, and parenting should be met with compassion—but too often, they’re met with unsolicited advice, judgment, and outdated commentary that can hurt more than help. In this deeply affirming post, we explore the harmful phrases many parents hear—and replace them with the truth they deserve. Whether you’re expecting, birthing, or raising a little one, this is a reminder that your experience matters, your emotions are valid, and you are wildly capable.

Read the full post to unlearn the noise—and find the truth you need to hold onto.

You have reached what feels like (or maybe should be) the end of your pregnancy. However, you are still pregnant. Here is a letter that you may need to read more than anything else today.

Love, The Doulas at The Nurturing Company.

Carrying a baby in your womb for 40 weeks is hard work! Here are a few reminders that Randi Armstrong needed this week for her pregnancy journey, mindfulness, and personal encouragement.

We hope they inspire you to write out your own pregnancy affirmations to give yourself the pep talk you deserve, you amazing life giver!