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The Vital Role of Non-Clinical Care: Empowering Women and Honoring the Mind-Body Experience
Pregnancy is a profound journey, marked by physical changes, emotional shifts, and the anticipation of new life. While medical care is essential, there's a dimension of support that goes beyond clinical interventions – non-clinical care. In this post, we'll explore what non-clinical care entails, why it's crucial in pregnancy support, and how it humanizes healthcare by prioritizing the “whole-istic” well-being of women and their babies.
Empowering Birth Experiences: The Impact of Doula Support on Birth and Postpartum Outcomes
In the midst of winter's final embrace, we're excited to share some doula-approved tips to keep your spirits high and your energy soaring as you await the arrival of your little one or navigate your postpartum time. This post is all about weaving together the comforting hues of "pinks and blues" with mindful practices that align with the doula wisdom you deserve.
Patience, Faith, and Trust
Three words to describe my labor story… patience, faith, and trust.
The Call to Become a Doula
Of all the reasons I love being a doula, this may be my favorite.
What a Birth Plan Is (and what it isn't)
There are many options when it comes to having a baby. Women are not "one size fits all" and their births plans do not need to be either.
Babies Miss the Womb
One of the reasons babies cry is because they miss the womb. Can you blame them?
Affirmations for Cesarean Awareness Month
Recovering from a cesarean? Planning a cesarean? Considering a VBAC? Here are some affirmations that I have shared with hundreds of parents over the years, just like you, who are weighing all of their options and considering the possibilities when it comes to cesarean birth.