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Meet Megan Nowland

August 9, 2020 | cincinnati, meghan nowland, midwife

Over the next few months, I will be taking some time to introduce you to some incredible women that I partner and work with. I am typically one part of a great team of women supporting families. First up, I wanted to introduce you to Meghan Nowland, owner and founder of the Cincinnati Birth Center.

Top Doulas 2020

August 1, 2020 | birth doula, cincinnati, doula

I am so honored to have been chosen as one of the top doulas in the Cincinnati and Dayton area for 2020 by Expertise.com!

Testimonial: Elizabeth's Story

July 27, 2020 | birth, birth doula, birth story, birth support, c-section, certified birth doula, childbirth, doula, postpartum

When we were expecting Rose we hired one of the most expensive but most experienced doulas because we really wanted a VBAC. As everyone knows Rose had other plans and ended up having to be a repeat C-section.

ciera birth story

Testimonial: Ciera's Story

July 16, 2020 | a mom's story, baby, birth, birth class, birth doula, birth story, birth support, certified birth doula, childbirth, childbirth class, cincinnati, contractions, delivery, labor, labor comfort, labor stages, labor support, moms, new baby

Ciera was a warrior through her pregnancy and chidbirth and is such an amazing mom to her beautiful little girl. If you have a moment, please watch Ciera's real and raw video about pregnancy and childbirth and all that comes with it - ups, downs and everything in between.

Stages of Labor

July 12, 2020 | birth, childbirth, contractions, delivery, labor, labor stages, placenta, postpartum, water break

Labor is made of up of 4 stages. Follow this guide so you can now what to expect.

What to Expect In Pre Labor

July 5, 2020

Your body may let you know that labor is coming in a couple different ways. You may experience some of these signs or not all, and in any order. Pay attention to the cues your body is giving you and be aware of the