This topic is incredibly close to my heart. As a doula, I’ve seen many labors stall due to cervical scar tissue. If you’ve had me as your doula, I’ve probably asked about your GYN history. Specifically, I often ask if … 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
Pregnancy is such a magical time. Your body goes through amazing changes as you prepare to bring new life into this world. Through chiropractic care, we are delighted to help ensure that your body adjusts optimally to the changes you … 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
Your Tucson Doulas are proud to offer the only certified in-home placenta encapsulation and tincture service in southern, Arizona. Why encapsulate your placenta? The choice to encapsulate the placenta is growing in both popularity and demand. At Tucson Doulas, our placenta services … Read More
When it comes to the topic of certification, I speak loudly and clearly . . . it matters to me. There exists within the doula world at least two camps. One that values the process and accomplishment of certification. The … Read More
If you know what a doula is, you’ve likely heard some common myths about what a doula is and what a doula does. Even though doulas may have different training and experience, a few doula basics are typically the same … Read More