by Jude Melton | Oct 10, 2026 | Homebirth
As a midwife, I have had the privilege of witnessing many different ways families welcome their babies into the world. Every birth is unique, and every family has their own ideas about what feels right for them. For some families, that includes lotus birth—allowing...
by Jude Melton | Sep 1, 2026 | mothering
One of the things I love about welcoming a new baby is how naturally families want to keep their baby close. After carrying your baby for nine months, it can feel strange to suddenly put that tiny person in another room. Newborns love being close to their parents....
by Jude Melton | Aug 15, 2026 | mothering
Elimination Communication: A Natural Approach to Pottying Your Baby What if babies could begin learning to use a potty long before the toddler years? Elimination communication (EC) is a way of caring for babies that involves recognizing their signals and helping them...
by Jude Melton | Aug 10, 2026 | Birth Stories, Homebirth
Everlee’s Birth Story Our sweet Everlee made her arrival on July 1st, 2026, at exactly 39 weeks. After a full moon, it felt like the perfect way for our last little baby to make her entrance into the world. ✨ At around 5:30 that morning, I woke up and realized I was...
by Jude Melton | Aug 9, 2026 | Homebirth
If you have chosen to birth with just your husband or partner by your side, that is a beautiful, deeply bonding decision. While labor is a massive physical marathon for the mother, it is a high-level team sport for the partner. You do not need a professional...
