One delicious and effective way to prepare for labor is by incorporating dates into your diet. You might have heard the buzz about dates and labor preparation, but did you know there’s actual evidence to support it? Let's dive into the benefits of eating dates during pregnancy and why you should consider adding this easy date ball recipe to your snack routine!

Today I want to chat about something incredibly precious: the role of partners during the transformative journey of pregnancy and birth. Pregnancy isn't just about the person carrying the baby; it's an opportunity for both partners come together, and become stronger and more unified than ever before. Here are six ways partners can step up their game and be the ultimate support system through this amazing journey…

A well-trained birth doula, with their specialized knowledge, nurturing demeanor, and empowering guidance, can become an invaluable partner in your childbirth journey. But how do you ensure you find the right doula for you? It begins with asking the right questions…

As the countdown to meeting your baby shortens and your pregnancy journey nears its pivotal moment of birth, a question might be lingering in your mind: What can I actively do to prepare my body for labor? This stage of anticipation can be…

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommend culturing all birthing people at 35-36 weeks of pregnancy for Group Beta Streptococcus presence. This bacteria can be found in approximately 10-30% of pregnant people.

As a birth doula, I often have the pleasure of working with expectant mothers during their pregnancy. One of the most common issues that comes up during the first trimester is morning sickness. Now, let's get one thing straight…

This centuries-old tradition is gaining popularity as a natural and nourishing way to support reproductive and sexual wellness for people with vulvas. Whether you're looking to alleviate menstrual cramps, increase fertility, or simply carve out some time for self-care, yoni steaming may be worth considering as a natural and supportive option…

I would like to preface this post by saying that I don’t hate hospitals. In fact, I love that we have hospitals and access to modern medicine! We are so so fortunate for that. What I don’t love, is the current approach to birth in the American hospital systems…