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Exercising in Pregnancy

June 7, 2021 | birth, exercise, pregnancy

Your pregnancy and birth is unique to your body. Your body is constantly changing while pregnant. That's why you need to make sure your mind and body is ready for these. One way to look at it is by thinking you are an athlete. They train for game day and so should you. When you have your mind and body in a good place. Will make things easier during labor. Celebrate in understanding and appreciate what your body can do. Having healthy habits and being mindful what's best for you.

Should You Have A Doula?

August 16, 2020 | baby, birth, birth support, certified birth doula, childbirth, doula, labor, labor comfort, labor positions, labor support, medicated birth, natural birth, newborn, pregnancy

I've been asked by many families if you only have a doula for the first birth. The answer is No. There are so many reasons you can have a birth doula regardless of which pregnancy this might be for you.

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.

Testimonial: Jacky's Birth

Tamara was a wonderful doula! We had the pleasure of having her support us throughout the pregnancy, labor & delivery, and postpartum. During the pregnancy, she helped us build our birthing plan, research treatments for my diagnosis of gestational diabetes, and prepare and transition into a family of 5.