<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Carter Comprehensive Birth]]></title><description><![CDATA[All things birth related! ]]></description><link>https://www.carter-comprehensive-birth.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:06:10 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.carter-comprehensive-birth.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Newborn Sleep Expectations for the First 12 Weeks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The newborn stage is beautiful, but it can also be overwhelming. Having expert support helps families feel calm, confident, and well-rested. Let’s talk about one of the biggest questions new parents ask: “When will my baby sleep through the night?” The honest answer? Newborn sleep takes time. 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If you’ve...]]></description><link>https://www.carter-comprehensive-birth.com/post/what-is-a-newborn-care-specialist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68406bd7da05b0dd55180844</guid><pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 17:54:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b63dad9a633545a38fe3baef42508245.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LaDereka Carter</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Stay Cool While Breastfeeding in the SummerBy a Texas-Based Doula Who Gets the Heat]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a Texas-based doula, I know firsthand how intense the summer heat can get — and I also know that breastfeeding doesn't take a summer...]]></description><link>https://www.carter-comprehensive-birth.com/post/how-to-stay-cool-while-breastfeeding-in-the-summerby-a-texas-based-doula-who-gets-the-heat</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6840ba5828052d1ee73b6930</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 23:28:05 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>LaDereka Carter</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[I See You, Sis: Holding Space as an Afro Latino Doula]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the sacred space of birth and postpartum, being seen  is everything. Not just acknowledged, but truly seen—in your language, your skin...]]></description><link>https://www.carter-comprehensive-birth.com/post/i-see-you-sis-holding-space-as-an-afro-latino-doula</link><guid isPermaLink="false">683f87c1fef3898b4e7ec59f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 15:56:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2d2517_49757f6b1a0c4ab0a22c0ea9bdb48c7d~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LaDereka Carter</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[ What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag: The Ultimate Guide for Moms &#38; Babies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let’s talk hospital bags. As your due date approaches, packing your bag is one of those “oh wow, this is getting real”  moments. 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I get to create a lifestyle...]]></description><link>https://www.carter-comprehensive-birth.com/post/meet-and-greet-5-questions-with-dereka</link><guid isPermaLink="false">623a6832c9782e1b41cdda5f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:32:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/2d2517_384426e1244b486da5aff86d113a2035~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>LaDereka Carter</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Importance Of Childbirth Education]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are several different options when choosing a childbirth education class. 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