When considering hiring a labor doula, it’s common to interview one or more doulas. You might come up with a long list of questions or have only a few to ask. Or maybe, you don’t know what to ask. Here … Read More
The first choice you make when you find out you are pregnant is choosing your prenatal care provider. There are a few factors to consider to help you find the best prenatal care provider for you and your family. A … Read More
When it comes to placenta encapsulation, many think that there is a special, lab-sterile space where the placenta is taken to be processed. You may envision an entirely stainless steel space. Perhaps a place like a restaurant kitchen. A place … Read More
We’ve heard the old phrase that talk is cheap but what if, talk is actually worth its weight in gold. Everyone seems to have a different relationship with using affirmations, as well as the belief in their power to work. … Read More
One of the most common topics we discuss with the families who hire us is what to pack for your birth. The decision about what to pack for your birth is a common focus as your due date approaches. Not … Read More
Those final weeks of pregnancy are often so hard. It’s such an exciting and often uncomfortable time! During this time it’s normal to experience Braxton-Hicks contractions. Or pre-labor or early labor like bouts of contractions that can lead to frustration … Read More
Doula Support During COVID-19 The ever-changing landscape that is a result of COVID-19 has left many families feeling fearful and unsupported. Here at Tucson Doulas, we remain committed to supporting growing families. Especially through the twists and turns that COVID19 … Read More
UPDATE 5-1-2021: Your Tucson Doulas are attending births at all local hospitals except for Northwest Women’s Center. Northwest Women’s Center’s restrictive visitor policies do not allow for doula support outside of established and limited visiting hours. UPDATE 5/28/2020: Effective Immediately … Read More
The holidays are upon us once again, and once again I am reminded of the darkest years of my life. As a child and early teen, the holidays were a time of wonder and hope. I couldn’t wait to put … Read More
There’s a post that has been passed around Facebook this week. It’s a post that shows an up-close picture of an electronic fetal scalp electrode. Aka, an internal fetal monitor. See below. Birth professionals all across Facebook have been sharing … Read More