We’ve walked in your shoes and we’re here to guide you.
Your Parenting adventure begins here!
Welcome to the beginning of an extraordinary journey! Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family, we're here to support you through this beautiful, challenging time. Many parents face a whirlwind of questions, surprises, and conflicting advice. We understand the need for reassurance that your experiences and emotions are valid.
While social media often portrays a picture-perfect version of parenthood, we acknowledge the full spectrum of experiences, including the less-discussed challenges like guilt and self-doubt. That's why Happy Baby Belly exists: to provide expert guidance, support, and answers as you navigate the first 1000 days of your child's life - from conception to their second birthday.
These 1000 days unfold in five distinct phases, each with its own unique needs and challenges. Let us be your compass on this transformative journey.
We’re So Happy You Are Here!
Phase 1 - Pregnancy
As you and your newborn navigate the sacred "fourth trimester" - a time of healing, bonding, and adjustment - remember that you're exactly where you need to be, embracing the various realities of early parenthood that often go unseen in glossy magazines or social media highlights.
Phase 2 - Post Partum
Welcome to the transformative journey of pregnancy, where you're not just growing a baby, but evolving into a mother. Your pregnancy is a unique, personal experience that deserves individualized care and support, transcending the one-size-fits-all approach often applied to this extraordinary chapter of life.
Phase 3- All about Milk
A time of discovery and bonding as you learn to recognize your baby's needs and establish feeding routines. While challenges may arise, trust your instincts, seek support when needed, and celebrate the small victories as you lay the foundation for your baby's lifelong health and well-being.
Phase 4 - Starting Solids
This sensory adventure marks a milestone, fostering a positive relationship with food and setting the stage for lifelong healthy habits. As your little one begins a delightful exploration of flavors, textures, and aromas, guided by their innate intuitive eating abilities and heightened sense of taste.
Phase 5- Family Food
Your baby is ready to join family meals, but each child's journey to table foods is unique, influenced by individual preferences. Creating a positive, distraction-free eating environment and modeling positive attitudes towards food can spark your child's interest in new flavors and shape their lifelong relationship with eating.
For dads and partners
This sensory adventure marks a milestone, fostering a positive relationship with food and setting the stage for lifelong healthy habits. As your little one begins a delightful exploration of flavors, textures, and aromas, guided by their innate intuitive eating abilities and heightened sense of taste.