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5 Love Languages of Pregnancy

February 2, 2020 | birth, doula, husband, pregnancy

Over the course of the month, I have been applying The 5 Love Languages written by Gary Chaplain to pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. This week, I am covering how you can apply these principles during childbirth.

Dads and Doulas

One of the common questions I hear from couples when thinking about a douls is whether Dad will be left out. That if I am there supporting mom, dad will be pushed back to the side. However, that couldn't be further from the truth. Doulas are for dads just as they are for mom. Doula’s do not replace any person in your family, doulas are a member of your support team. Read on to learn how doula's and dads work together.

Role Of Your Birth Partner

September 29, 2019 | birth, birth doula, birth partner, birth support, childbirth class, doula, husband, labor, labor comfort, labor positions, labor support, medicated birth, natural birth, pain management, spouse

Birth partners are important in helping labor go smoothly as they can provide both emotional and physical support. While everyone that probably comes to your house or meets up with you from the time they find out Mama is pregnant until months after the new baby arrives only wants to know how Mama and baby are doing - your role is important.