‘Tis the season to be selfish
From the moment you find out you’re expecting, it seems like those living outside your womb start expecting, too. That is…expecting more out of you. Though these wishes and...
Join a Rising Toddler or Toddler Class This Fall!
Imagine an hour and a quarter each week where you could just sit back and relax while your little one is engaged in purposeful play with developmentally-appropriate...
What to expect during the third trimester
You’re so close! You’re into the third trimester and the final stretch of pregnancy! If things are suddenly feeling very real and you’ve found yourself with a few questions,...
4 Questions to ask at your pregnancy ultrasound appointments
If you're pregnant, an ultrasound is a routine (and exciting!) part of prenatal care. The number and timing of ultrasounds can vary depending on the healthcare provider and your...
The New Mom School Mama Difference
News flash mamas and mamas-to-be…. you don’t have to do it alone! No matter what stage of motherhood you are at, New Mom School is here to support you. We will pair you with moms...
FAQs about postpartum mental health
Postpartum Mood Disorders: When It’s More Than the Baby Blues
Becoming a new mom is an exciting, yet challenging, and transformative experience. Along with the joy and fulfillment that comes with motherhood, we often also experience a...
Summer Mom Hacks
Isn’t it great that the weather is starting to warm up! Summer’s nearly here, and we’ve been featuring our favorite warmer-weather Monday Mom Hacks via our socials all month....
Embracing Postpartum Support
Hey Mamas (and mamas to be), As a mother, I’ve learned what my range of capabilities are when it comes to parenting my children. I know my strengths, and I know when it’s time to...
New Baby Help: 5 Benefits of a postpartum doula
At New Mom School, we’re huge advocates for all that a postpartum doula can bring to the experience for new families. After all, when parents are supported and nurtured, they...
Why is my baby crying?
Let’s face it, there can be a lot of crying with a newborn in the house. It's very common for babies to cry, and there can be many reasons why your baby is crying. Wet diaper,...
Breastfeeding your newborn: Learn tips and tricks before delivery, to set you up for success!
In the exhaustion and euphoria of childbirth, a mother’s very next job is feeding her baby. But breastfeeding rarely comes naturally as expected. The first few hours after...
Must-Read Parenting Books
Let’s face it, we moms barely have time to pursue any interests outside the core family functions and the luxury of reading a book cover to cover might be a thing of the past....
Newport Beach Mommy & Me Baby Classes: Your Questions Answered
Lately, we’ve been inundated with questions about whether you can join our Newport Beach New Mom School “mommy and me” classes after you baby has already been born. In short, the...
Now THAT was a party! Celebrating 10 Years of New Mom School
Last month we had a wonderful party celebrating our 10th year milestone with you all. As we spent time chatting with so many New Mom School alum from over the years, we heard...