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Testimonial: Kelly's Story
Kelly talks about her experience using Stork Helpers for the birth of their second child. Kelly tells why having a birth doula present for her childbirth experience was important for her.
Postpartum and Mental Health
A lot happens after baby comes and your needs can get lost in the process as all the focus starts to be on the baby. Don't feel bad if you need time for yourself - having a baby is a huge change in your life. Your health and happiness are just as important as your baby's
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Decisions in Labor
Nurses and doctors are in out. Cords are all over the place keeping an eye on you and baby making their sounds. Lots of questions are occuring and decisions need to be during various parts of your labor. Sometimes all of this can be a little overwhelming and you are not sure what to do.
Apgar Score
The Apgar score is a test given to baby's soon after birth. This test checks a baby's heart rate, muscle tone, and other signs to see if extra medical or emergency care is needed.
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Testimonial: Courtney's Birth
I had a wonderful birthing experience thanks to Tamara! She is very knowledgeable and passionate as she loves what she does! She also provided extra support during the first few weeks after I delivered. My partner and I decided to hire Tamara as a doula after taking her birthing classes.
Your Newborn Babies Appearance
Coming into this world from the womb is a transition for all babies can be handled different. Some cry loudly while others just look around quietly trying to figure out what is going on. Your newborn might look a little different than you first expect - they are wet, wrinkled and curled up when they first arrive.
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Benefits of Kangaroo Care
If you are planning to do Kangaroo Care, or skin-to-skin contact, after birth, talk about this with your health care team prior to the birth. Skin to skin contact offers a variety of benefits including...
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Baby Bath Time
Bathing Your Newborn
Your baby doesn't need a bath every day as long as you are washing them thoroughly from diaper changes. Three times a week during her first year may be enough. Bathing too often may dry out her skin, particularly if soaps are used. Patting your baby dry and applying a fragrance...
Spinning Babies
A few months ago, I was given the opportunity to attending a Spinning Babies Workshop. The class took place over a weekend and was filled with moms to be, doulas, midwives and chiropractors. All of there to learn morea bout how to help Mama and baby achieve the gentlest, most natural birth possible.
Bereavement Doula
Last year, I spent the weekend in northern Ohio at a training workshop. The training was not something that I wanted to do, as I knew it would be highly emotional. But I knew it was something that I HAD to do. Birth is not routine, every birth is different and not all births have the outcome that any one wants. The seminar was a training on how to be a Bereavement Doula. A doula for families dealing with the loss, whether unexpected or planned, or their baby.
