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No one gets an “A” in childbirth

30 Sep 2017

    As a doula, I support women who have birth visions all over the spectrum of “naturalness”. From women who don’t want a single intervention and will go to Herculean efforts to avoid them to women who have a birth vision which is centered around a positive birth experience regardless of interventions. I welcome […]

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Spirituality of Doula Work–Can religion and doula work mix?

16 Sep 2017

    “Breathe in, You are doing great….think about Jesus on the Cross dying for you…let out your breath….good work….Your pressure waves are for Jesus….think of Him….you are doing really good…” This is what a session of a Christian or Catholic Doula practice may look like. A client who wants Christianity added to their labor […]

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The Postpartum Period

16 Sep 2017

    The Postpartum Period The Most Wonderful, Scary, Vulnerable, Lovely Time A Post Laboring Mother Will Ever Have. That is the phrase I always tell my new moms whenever I am hired. A postpartum period or postnatal period begins immediately after the birth of a child and usually extends for about six weeks. The […]

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How To Become A Doula

24 Feb 2017

    One of the questions we get frequently is “How do I become a certified doula?“ So I decide to outline some possible steps you can take to become a doula: 1. First, find and take doula training. Training itself usually takes on average three days. Choosing an organization to train with can be […]

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Why You Need To Hire A Postpartum Doula

24 Feb 2017

    Let’s just agree, we all wish we had a doula to take care of us when we are having a bad day or going through a tough emotional time in life. However, there are some people who really do need one. Many parents these days welcome new babies into their families while being […]

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Best Birth Related Podcasts You Should Be Listening To Right Now

09 Jan 2017

  Whether you are a birth professional, an expecting parent, or a new parent, get an earful from  any of the podcasts on the list, featuring various experts and discussions on a range of topics from pregnancy to parenting.   Birthful The Podcast – Tap into the confident,calm & fearless mother within you. Prenatal Yoga […]

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How to Choose a Doula And Does Experience Matter?

02 Jan 2017

  Choosing a doula is a bit like dating. There needs to be a connection between you. After all, this person is going to be with you during your most vulnerable moments. You need to feel comfortable around her (or him in case you hire a male doula!), feel protected, cared for and draw emotional […]

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Do I Still Need A Doula If I Get An Epidural?

24 Aug 2016

  In case you are wondering: I am getting an epidural, why do I need a doula anyway? Getting the right support in any birth scenario is important. It can improve birth outcomes and overall satisfaction with labor.   I had a birth a few months ago with a wonderful couple. By the time I […]

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The Doula Bag – What Will My Doula Bring To The Birth?

16 Aug 2016

  Doulas are there when we need them the most. With some variations, here is a list of what you might expect to find in that big old doula bag they carry to labor with them.   Essential oils and an oil diffuser — to turn that delivery room into a spa oasis. You would […]

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5 Reasons to Hire a Doula From Personal Experience.

13 Aug 2016

    When I look back on the those moments in my life that were touched by my doula, my heart swells with warmth. But both my husband and I were initially skeptical. It seemed like a big expense that could be better used on something else. And thoughts like ‘What if my labor is […]

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Latest Posts
No one gets an “A” in childbirth

    As a doula, I support women who have birth visions all over the spectrum of “naturalness”. From women who don’t want a single intervention and will go to Herculean efforts to avoid them to women who have a birth vision which is centered around a positive birth experience regardless of interventions. I welcome […]

Spirituality of Doula Work–Can religion and doula work mix?

    “Breathe in, You are doing great….think about Jesus on the Cross dying for you…let out your breath….good work….Your pressure waves are for Jesus….think of Him….you are doing really good…” This is what a session of a Christian or Catholic Doula practice may look like. A client who wants Christianity added to their labor […]

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