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24 Mar

Doula Tips for Managing Early Labor at Home

March 24, 2025
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Doula Tips for Managing Early Labor at Home Preparation plays a key role in ensuring a smooth and empowering labor experience. For exp...

17 Feb

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2025 New Year Doula Tips for New Moms!

February 17, 2025
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The start of a new year brings with it fresh opportunities, big changes, and for some, the beginning of their parenting journey. If you...

12 Feb

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4 Ways to Manage a Stalled Labor

February 13, 2025
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Labor is an intricate and dynamic process, yet it can sometimes progress slower than expected—a phenomenon often referred to as stalled...

20 Nov

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Nutrition Tips for Postpartum & Breastfeeding

November 20, 2024
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Understanding Postpartum Nutrition It’s easy to focus on your baby’s needs and forget about yourself. However, being well-nourished ca...

20 Nov

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6 Healthy Practices to Reduce Childbirth Fears & Labor Pain

November 20, 2024
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A key player in alleviating childbirth fears is a doula, a trained professional who provides physical, emotional, and informational sup...

20 Nov

Doulas

During Labor: Upright & Spontaneous Pushing

November 20, 2024
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Upright pushing during labor involves positions where the birthing parent is not lying flat on their back. Instead, the body is aligned...

16 Nov

Doulas

Soothing Power of the 5S for Newborns

November 20, 2024
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The Origins of the 5S Method The 5S method finds its roots in the work of pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp, who sought to identify a relia...

16 Nov

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Don’t Let a Clogged Duct Get You Down

November 20, 2024
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What Is a Clogged Duct? A clogged duct occurs when milk flow is obstructed in one or more of the breast's milk ducts. This condition i...

28 Jun

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How to Communicate Your Birth Preferences: Advice from Experienced Doulas

June 28, 2024
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Bringing a new life into the world is a deeply personal experience, and having control over how it unfolds is essential. Communicating ...

28 Jun

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Advice on Post-Birth Recovery and Self-Care from Seasoned Doulas

June 28, 2024
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Welcoming a new life into the world is an extraordinary experience, but it also takes a substantial toll on your body. Post-birth recov...