By: Heather Delaney, co-owner, labor and postpartum doula The Rio 2016 games have had their fair share of star power. Simone Biles’ record three golds in women’s gymnastics, with not a soul close to her in standings. Michael Phelps, hanging up his cap after an amazing 5 olympics with enough hardware in Rio to decorate any swimmer’s career goals. Aly …
Author: Jennifer Usher, Labor & Postpartum Doula Pregnancy is an exciting and overwhelming time. There are so many choices to make and so many different ways to do everything. Then there are the things that you didn’t know you didn’t know! Choosing a medical provider, obstetrician or midwife, is an important step toward building a system of support through your …
You have been planning for months for your big day! You have read a million blogs on what to pack in your birth bag. Will here are a few you you may not have found on those lists! Here are few fun ones our doula clients have brought recently and enjoyed! 1) Pink Pepermint Foot Rub from Lush…seriously who doesn’t …
I love smoothies. They are the perfect summer breakfast. Also, if you are like me, they are the perfect way to get some extra greens into your diet. Being pregnant in the summer is no joke! It’s important to find any way to keep yourself cool and hydrated. Smoothies are super customizable. Don’t be afraid to include or exclude ingredients …
So many times I hear clients apologize for a decision, choice, or viewpoint in a prenatal session. They believe that, as a doula, I’m there to promote a certain style of parenting or birthing, and that if their ideas fall outside of that normal zone then they need to make condolences for that choice. This is an idea that has …