Hello there! I’m Genevieve, bestselling author of The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy & Childbirth and creator of MamaNatural.com, the most popular natural pregnancy and parenting site.

For years, I’ve helped thousands of mamas have their best, most natural birth through The Mama Natural Birth Course.

Now that I’m the mama of three precious children, I’m on a mission to help other parents navigate the roller coaster ride of postpartum and move from surviving to THRIVING!

Hi! I’m Dr. Elisa Song, a holistic pediatrician and mama of two. 

In my holistic pediatric practice, Whole Family Wellness, I have helped thousands of parents and kids navigate developmental and health concerns from a natural lens. I use an integrative pediatric approach to teach parents how to heal their children from the inside out.

I’m so excited to share my decades of knowledge as a holistic pediatrician and mama with you in a fun and informative way—even if you can’t visit my office in person.

Hello, I’m Maura Winkler, a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Registered Nurse (RN), and Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). I’m also a mom and a wife!

I’ve supported hundreds of women and their families through all types of labor and birth experiences, both in and out of hospital settings. Support that goes well beyond the “delivery room” through my work as a board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) and Breastfeeding USA Counselor. 

I look forward to giving you the practical, evidence-based tools you need to begin your journey in parenthood. 

Unlike some training programs that just focus on first aid, this is a comprehensive class on everyday care for your precious new baby. Over the span of 13 sections, we’ll hold your hand through all of the challenges you’ll face as a new parent.

We dig deep into baby’s eating habits, answering common questions like: Why won’t my baby latch? Is baby getting enough to eat? When should I introduce a bottle? Is there anything I can do to boost my supply?

The average parent loses 109 minutes of sleep every night. It’s no wonder this is one of the hardest parts about having a baby! In this section, we’ll focus on proper swaddling techniques, sleep safety, how to get a fussy baby to sleep, plus strategies to create a good sleep routine.

Learn how to change a diaper properly— you'd be surprised how many of us get it wrong! Plus, find the answers to questions like: Why is baby’s poop yellow? If the stool is always liquid, how will I know if my baby has diarrhea? What should my baby's poop look like if he drinks formula? Bet you never thought you’d be so interested in poop! Plus, we demystify cloth diapering and give you tips to kick diaper rash.

What do you do when you’re baby just. won’t. stop. crying. It’s heartbreaking and maddening all at the same time. But we’ll provide expert tricks that’ll help you soothe a crying baby, plus dig a little deeper to help you distinguish normal fussiness from something more serious, like colic.

If you’re anything like me, you might wonder what to “do” with baby. It’s not like you can sit down and play a game of Monopoly! We’ll cover creative, clever ways to engage with baby—these activities aren’t just rewarding for you, they’re crucial to baby’s development.

One thing even the chillest new parents worry about? Whether baby’s on track physically and cognitively. In this section of the course, a pediatrician will put your mind at ease by covering first-year milestones and answering common questions like: Is my baby gaining enough weight? Why hasn’t my baby smiled yet? And why is all of her hair falling out?

We’ll equip you with all the tools you need to nail the day-to-day care of your newborn beyond diapering, feeding, and sleeping. This section will include how to bathe a baby safely, how to cut nails that are so tiny you can barely see them, plus walk you through the one baby care technique that every parent should know (but most don’t).

No matter how much you protect your baby, illness and bumps and bruises happen. As a new parent, this is scary—no doubt about it. We’ll give you the tools you need to weather any storm, from fever and coughs to constipation and reflux, and teach you the skills you need to advocate for your baby during pediatrician visits.

Goal number one as parents is to protect our little ones, which is why we’ve included a section that touches on some of the biggest safety concerns parents face, like car seat installation, choking, first aid, and even infant CPR.

You won’t just be bringing home baby—you’ll be bringing home a lot of stuff, from rockers, to toys, to grooming tools, to nursery furniture. Do you really need it all? This section of the course breaks it all down for you. And you’ll get the 411 on choosing the safest and most natural, non-toxic options for your baby.

Real talk: Mama needs TLC, too. In this section of the course, we talk about how your body and even your brain changes after birth. We cover immediate postpartum care for your sore body, engorgement and nipple pain, raging hormones and hair loss, digestive issues and sleep deprivation, and so much more.

Whether it’s your first or your fourth, bringing home a baby inherently shifts the entire family dynamic. This section of the course provides strategies to make the transition easier for everyone. You’ll find tips for honoring your romantic relationship amidst the chaos, helping older siblings and pets cope with the changes, and getting the outside support you need to thrive.

As a mom of three, I know firsthand those first several months of caring for a newborn can be challenging. You’re going to have questions (and confessions) you’ve never even considered for baby … and yourself. 

Questions like:

• “Any tips for transitioning my 5 ½ month old to sleeping alone? I kind of allowed her to develop the habit of nursing to sleep because it’s what she wanted and I didn’t stop it from happening. 🤦🏼‍♀️ Any tips?”
• “Daycare question for those of you who’ve been there … My daycare for our firstborn is a family member and I’m having a hard time speaking up about what I want for my baby.”
• “Y’all, I just realized I have no idea how to change a baby girl’s diaper… I’m so freaked out to change her diaper compared to my boy for some reason 😂” 
  

And unlike other new mom support clubs, this one is filled specifically with other new, natural mamas AND a certified doula that chimes in with answers to all these questions and more. It’s also moderated by me, Genevieve Howland aka Mama Natural! 

Because there’s nothing more encouraging, empowering, and comforting than a community of fellow new mamas to support you for all those 3 AM questions and more. You’ll quickly want to add this private 24/7 Facebook Group community to your favorites tab. 

It really does take a village, and we’re committed to being part of your village.

You may be able to execute a perfect swaddle with your eyes closed, but what about your partner? 

If your partner can’t change a diaper let alone wrangle a swaddle, The Mama Natural Baby Care Course is a great option for you. 

Rather than lecture them about what they don’t know, nag them about reading that book you gave them, or just wait for them to (hopefully) figure out those safe sleep guidelines, take the opportunity to turn this course into a bonding session. 

Cuddle up on the couch together and spend some time learning about caring for a newborn. You’ll freshen your own skills by learning all about new research and guidelines, and your partner will get a complete schooling—sans any parenting arguments. It’s a win-win. 

Unlike other options, our Baby Care Course gives you training from a board-certified pediatrician, private forums moderated by certified doula, a money-back guarantee, and 24/7/365 access to all the material!

It’s best-in-class. Here’s how we compare to other online and in-person parenting education classes.