The month of May is Hyperemesis Gravidarum Awareness Month. While up to 3% of pregnant individuals will experience HG those who do often suffer immensely. Many will require IV fluids for dehydration and others will require hospitalization and alternative means … Read More
International Bereaved Mother’s Day was founded by CarlyMarie Dudly. This year it takes place today, May 7, one week before traditional Mother’s Day. It is a day that we honor and remember any parent who has lost a child, … Read More
Dear Pregnant & Constipated, Just today I had a client send me a message that reads, “Help! I’m constipated! What can I do? 🚫💩 Is happening here!” Constipation during pregnancy is a real pain in the, well you know, for … Read More
Are you pregnant? Really pregnant? We know it can be tough to find something to do as your due date comes and goes, so we thought we’d share some of our favorite ways to pass the time when you’re 40+ … Read More
This topic is near and dear to my heart. As a doula, I’ve seen quite a few labors that have been held back by scar tissue on the cervix. In fact, if you’ve ever had me as your doula I’ve … Read More
Recovering from birth and learning to breastfeed can be a challenge. Even for the most experienced of parents. I’d been a doula, childbirth educator and breastfeeding counselor for the better part of 7 years when my youngest was born. … Read More
You might be wondering, what is “The Facebook Backup” I’ve sat on this post for almost a year. But a recent rise in posts in online doula communities searching for a Facebook backup has prompted me to open it back … Read More
Because I have been asked by several doulas and clients why I’m leaving an organization I’ve been certified with for nearly 15 years I feel compelled to share the letter I sent today to DONA’s Board of Directors and Regional … Read More
For most women, birth is a powerful and intense experience. As a result, it is common for women to seek ways for overcoming stress in labor well before the big day arrives. As doulas, we believe that it is helpful … Read More
I hear myself say this a lot to clients during labor and birth. Especially during pushing. “The only way out is through.” Through the sensation, through the pressure, the fear and yes, through the pain. There is almost always a … Read More