This year’s conference had an overarching theme of social media and interacting with the “millennial generation”. I’m a Gen X-er. I’m not that different from my students. Even the boomer generation can connect with these moms. We connect because we listen, not because we talk. If we listen to the mothers and the families in […]
Interesting Conversations with Strangers and a Dress with Skeletons – Day 1 of the Lamaze Conference in New Orleans
It was an amazingly easy travel day today. There was *no* line at security at Pittsburgh International Airport. None. It was quite pleasant. We landed at DFW 30 mins early so I had plenty of time to eat and write a blog post for next week before my next flight to New Orleans.
An Interview with Pregnant Mom, Mary
I have to say, I was thrilled when I saw Mary walk into my Prenatal Yoga class a few months back. She was one of my students when she was pregnant with her daughter, 3 years ago. I am so honored that she sought out my classes for her current pregnancy. ~Deena Your Name: Mary Partner’s […]
An Interview with New Mom, Brigid
Your name: Brigid Partner’s name: James Baby’s birthdate: May 10, 2013 1. What is the best part of being a mom? Knowing that Matthew and I were made for each other. I feel such a strong connection with him that grows every day. I love watching him grow […]
An Interview with Brand New Mom, Sarah
Your Name: Sarah Partner’s Name: Dan Estimated Due Date: September 9 (I actually went into labor after asking Deena to do this interview and delivered September 7!) OB, family practice doctor or midwife: OB Birth location: Hospital 1. What is your favorite thing about being pregnant? I loved knowing that my baby was entirely protected […]