The Journal
Welcome to the Kindred Bravely Journal, a space created by moms, for moms. Here, we share real stories, expert guidance, and thoughtful tips to help you feel more supported, more informed, and more like yourself through every stage of motherhood.
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5 Places to Find Breastfeeding Support
Breastfeeding may be one of the greatest things you ever do for your child, but the best thing you can do for yourself is to remember that it’s not an...
5 Places to Find Breastfeeding Support
Breastfeeding may be one of the greatest things you ever do for your child, but the best thing you can do for yourself is to remember that it’s not an innate talent you were born with. It takes time, practice,...
Real #MomLife in 11 Hilarious GIFs
We asked our Facebook moms to finish the phrase “Motherhood got me like…” with their favorite GIFs. The responses were hysterical, and they inspired us to write up a “typical...
Real #MomLife in 11 Hilarious GIFs
We asked our Facebook moms to finish the phrase “Motherhood got me like…” with their favorite GIFs. The responses were hysterical, and they inspired us to write up a “typical mom-day” with our favorites.
Sharing Our Blessings
Since November is a month of giving thanks, I wanted to share the gift of our BraveMoms' blessings with you. Their words filled my heart with happiness, gratitude, and a reminder...
Sharing Our Blessings
Since November is a month of giving thanks, I wanted to share the gift of our BraveMoms' blessings with you. Their words filled my heart with happiness, gratitude, and a reminder to keep celebrating the good in my life. I hope...
#MomLife: Angels and Rainbows
In this guest blog, Kindred Bravely's Pinterest Manager, Shantel, details her story of losing her first pregnancy, "What happens if you lose a baby before you even get to tell...
#MomLife: Angels and Rainbows
In this guest blog, Kindred Bravely's Pinterest Manager, Shantel, details her story of losing her first pregnancy, "What happens if you lose a baby before you even get to tell anyone you're pregnant? Who do you turn to? How do...
#MomLife: Finding Hope after Loss
In this guest post, Sarah, Kindred Bravely's Facebook Manager, writes about finding her way through the grief of her miscarriage. "It wasn’t until we were in the dark exam room with...
#MomLife: Finding Hope after Loss
In this guest post, Sarah, Kindred Bravely's Facebook Manager, writes about finding her way through the grief of her miscarriage. "It wasn’t until we were in the dark exam room with the ultrasound flickering on the screen above me that I...
#MeToo
I’ve been overwhelmed by seeing so many “Me Too” posts across social media. While I’ve seen the statistics of sexual harassment and abuse and violence, I know that these numbers...
#MeToo
I’ve been overwhelmed by seeing so many “Me Too” posts across social media. While I’ve seen the statistics of sexual harassment and abuse and violence, I know that these numbers barely scratch the surface.
You're Just Right for Your Child
There's nothing my boys would rather do than have my full and undivided attention: no deadlines, no phone, no interruptions, just me and time to play...
You're Just Right for Your Child
There's nothing my boys would rather do than have my full and undivided attention: no deadlines, no phone, no interruptions, just me and time to play...
How to Create Your Birth Plan
While labor and delivery may not always go according to plan, taking the time to think about how you want to experience the birth of your child is a great...
How to Create Your Birth Plan
While labor and delivery may not always go according to plan, taking the time to think about how you want to experience the birth of your child is a great way to start a conversation between you and your medical...
Creating a Birth Plan for Induction
Welcoming your baby into the world is a special event, no matter how it happens. Whether you're planning to be induced or you want to be prepared "just in case,"...
Creating a Birth Plan for Induction
Welcoming your baby into the world is a special event, no matter how it happens. Whether you're planning to be induced or you want to be prepared "just in case," our Induction Goals Checklist is a great way to start...
Creating a Birth Plan
Welcoming your baby into the world is a special event, no matter how it happens. Our Birth Goals Checklist is a great way to start the conversation with your partner...
Creating a Birth Plan
Welcoming your baby into the world is a special event, no matter how it happens. Our Birth Goals Checklist is a great way to start the conversation with your partner and medical team about how you'd like to experience the...
Creating a Cesarean Birth Plan
Welcoming your baby into the world is a special event, no matter how it happens. Whether you've scheduled a C-section, or you want to be prepared "just in case," our...
Creating a Cesarean Birth Plan
Welcoming your baby into the world is a special event, no matter how it happens. Whether you've scheduled a C-section, or you want to be prepared "just in case," our Cesarean Goals Checklist is a great way to start talking...