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parents and baby laying down on bed in clothes from baby store in Kansas City

When it comes to baby stores, Kansas City has a lot to offer. Whether you’re looking for something unique or just the basics, you’re sure to find what you need from these baby boutiques or big box stores. So look at the list and start shopping for your little bundle of joy! Top Recommended Baby […]

Top 7 Baby Stores in Kansas City

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parents holding newborn with dad kissing forehead in birthing center in Kansas City

Birthing centers in Kansas City are places where pregnant women can receive prenatal care, labor and delivery services, and postpartum care. Midwives are often employed by birthing facilities, which provide a more intimate and natural environment for childbirth than hospitals. Birthing facilities encourage natural birth by adopting non-interventional methods such as water births, which can […]

Best Birthing Center In Kansas City

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baby boy sleeping on mom shoulder during Kansas City newborn photography session

Water birth in Kansas City is a type of natural childbirth that involves delivering a baby in a tub of warm water. Some women choose to labor in the water and then get out for delivery, while others remain in the water for the entire birth process. Water birth can help to ease pain and […]

#1 Guide To Water Birth In Kansas City

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pregnant mom laughing after a visit to prenatal chiropractic visit

A doula in Kansas City is a trained professional who provides continuous physical, emotional, and informational support to expecting parents before, during, and after childbirth. Whether you choose to have a natural birth, water birth, home birth, in a birthing center, or in the hospital, a doula helps you achieve the healthiest, most satisfying experience […]

Doula In Kansas City: What Every Mom Should Know

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Mom kissing baby in sweater from Kansas city baby store

Homebirth in Kansas City is the process of giving birth at home, typically with the assistance of a midwife or other trained professional. Homebirth has been on the rise in recent years as more and more women seek alternative childbirth methods. Benefits of homebirth in Kansas City There are many reasons why parents may choose […]

Why more moms are opting for homebirth in Kansas City

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Kansas City newborn photographer Jessica Kennedy of The Xo Photography captures baby girl in mothers arms

Having a natural birth in KC is an amazing, natural experience, yet it often comes with a lot of anxiety and unknowns. Will everything go according to plan? How will I handle the pain? What if something goes wrong?  This guide will help with everything you need to know about having a natural birth in […]

Natural birth kc: Everything You Need To Know

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newborn photo in Springfield MO of mom and her girls in photography studio

It can be difficult to know how to prepare a toddler for a new baby. I know each child is different in adapting to change… including toddlers who are expecting a new baby brother or sister!After working with 1000s of parents and having 2 of my own, I have learned a few tips and tricks […]

4 Tips How To Prepare A Toddler For New Baby

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family looking at newborn girl in Springfield MO newborn studio

I have gathered the top 6 recommended books to help prepare your toddler for a new baby that thousands of parents have used in this big transition. Books are a great way to prepare your toddler for a new baby.  It not only brings difficult topics up for open discussions, but it also gives examples […]

6 Best Books To Help Prepare Your Toddler For A New Baby

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pregnant mom in brown dress captured by Springfield MO maternity photographer The XO Photography

As a Springfield MO maternity photographer, one of the common questions I hear is what they should be on their hospital packing list when having their baby.  I have made an ULTIMATE list from what hundreds of moms suggested ranging from minimalist to extras that moms thought were nice to have. Here is the ultimate […]

Ultimate Hospital Packing List For Expecting Parents

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baby in lace on mothers chest captured by Springfield MO newborn photographer

As a Springfield, MO maternity, newborn and family photographer and mom of 4, I know finding the best Cox pediatricians in Springfield MO can be difficult. I ran a survey in a local mom group to find the most recommended Cox Pediatricians in Springfield, MO. These top 5 local pediatricians are all known for their […]

Top 5 Cox Pediatricians In Springfield MO

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