These practices are designed to help simplify your birth process with a natural approach that helps alleviate your fears and manage discomfort. No matter what type of labor, the length of your labor, or your confidence level, these practices are key to keeping your birth and baby as safe and healthy as possible.
Read More"Cynthya was our doula for the birth of our third child in April 2016. As this was my third birth, and I had been attended to by a doula at the first two, I knew that finding the right doula was crucial to a successful and satisfying birth." - Winter Wheeler-Young
Nutrition Tips for Surviving and Thriving During Postpartum and Breastfeeding
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Sleep deprivation and fluctuating hormone levels are real, and they are certainly enough to deal with on their own. Add in poor nutrition and you've got a fine recipe for postpartum depression, and low milk supply.
Read MoreSleep More with The Cuddle Cure: 5 Easy Steps to Stop Your Baby's Crying and Lengthen Sleep Time
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New parents are told to "sleep when the baby sleeps." HA! If only.
Read More6 Tips to Getting Your Baby on Track: Sleep Scheduling and Controlled Crying
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There is no “one method fits all” for babies. We encourage all new parents to read and research as much as they can and choose a method or variety of methods that they feel comfortable using. Whatever method you choose, consistency is crucial.
Read MoreProbiotics + Pregnancy = Relieve Nausea, Reflux and Constipation
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Scientists are starting to believe that by the age of 3 a child’s gut microbiome is similar to that of adults. Therefore, everything we do for our child from birth on can have a huge impact on their gut microbiome.
Read MoreEpidural, Please!
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I've had several women tell me, “Oh, I don't need a doula. I'm planning to get an epidural.”
Read MoreHow To Avoid Routine Medical Interventions
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Interventions should be thought of as tools to help guide you through labor if certain situations arise. One way to avoid many of the routine interventions is to labor at home as long as possible. Early labor can last up to 24 hours. Be sure to communicate with your care provider on when to head to the hospital.
Read MoreWhen Childbirth Moved Into Hospitals Labor Support Was Left Behind
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The 2013 Cochrane Review concluded that all women should have continuous support during labor, and further state that the services of a person, such as a doula, with some training, who is experienced in providing labor support, is the most beneficial.
Read MoreMake Labor Productive with Positivity, Positions and Personal Support
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Movement during labor optimizes baby's positioning by using gravity to helps engage baby into the pelvis, naturally move baby down the birth canal, and can help relieve pain. It can also decrease the amount of intervention needed to help labor progress. Follow these 3 major points to ensure you have freedom of movement during labor.
Read MoreHormones and the Waiting Game: Letting Labor Begin on its Own, Weighing Benefits v Risks of Induction
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Just as little humans grow at different rates, some babies never get the memo that they are supposed to be ready to come out on the day a provider or ultrasound estimated. However, when they are ready, your body knows, and will begin the process of evicting its tiny tenant in the most beneficial way possible.
Read MoreWhy Having A Doula Makes Labor Better and Easier
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PART 3 OF 3, THE HOLISTIC APPROACH TO CHILDBIRTH AND POSTPARTUM
Read MoreHow Taking a Childbirth Class May Help Prevent Birth Trauma
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You go to one baby shower and inevitably, you start to hear the worst of the worst birth stories. “Did you hear about Kim’s birth? She pushed for FOUR hours and the baby was 11 pounds. Imagine. that. tear.” Everyone squirms.
Read More10 Benefits of Exercising During Pregnancy
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Has anyone ever told you to exercise during pregnancy, but never told you why? We have compiled a list of the top 10 benefits that break down the specifics of why prenatal training is going to help you tremendously in your pregnancy, labor and postpartum time.
Read MoreMaternity Care in America: Midwifery Model of Care
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Although not everyone needs the skills of a surgeon at their births; every woman can benefit from the presence of a midwife. Read more thoughts by Nuria Nelkin, certified nurse-midwife at North Fulton Regional Hospital in Roswell, GA.
Read More5 Reasons Your Labor Nurse Cannot Be Your Doula
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The hospital is a great place to have a baby! It is not a great place to labor. Hospital policies often place restrictions on movement, eating, drinking and general comfort. In labor, feeling secure and comfortable is the key to a successful birth, in most cases. A doula can help you feel safe and supported.
Read MoreTry These Simple Moves to Prevent Pain in Pregnancy and Create Space for Baby to Move→
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Understanding the psoas muscle gives us the foundational knowledge we need to change the way we move. It’s important to activate our psoas so we can loosen our hips to help relieve pain, especially in pregnancy.
Read More3 Tips to Strengthen This Commonly Neglected Muscle That Weakens Your Chance of Having a Vaginal Birth→
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The psoas is often an unheard of or overlooked muscle in pregnancy and birth. Using these three tips can help get you on the right track to prevent pain and build a stronger core for your healthy and happy vaginal birth.
Read MoreLife with a Newborn: What to Expect the First Few Weeks with Your Baby
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Here are a few things to expect when bringing home a newborn infant, and some tips on when you may need to call your pediatrician.
Read More6 Points For Birth Partners to Consider When Hiring a Labor Doula
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Sometimes, one partner REALLY wants to hire a doula and the other can't justify the expense or won't face the realities of the upcoming birthday. Here are my suggestions of talking points for reserving doula service and private instruction for an optimal birth experience.
Read MoreIndividualized Instruction For Your Labor: Preparing Your Partner For Birth
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With this "intensive" ONE DAY childbirth class, you'll learn how to get evidence-based care to optimize your birth outcome. Gain the tools needed to receive evidence-based medical care, learn alternatives to routine childbirth procedures, and reduce your risk of a c-section.
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