The postpartum period is a time of profound physical and emotional changes. As you embark on this journey into parenthood, it's crucial to prioritize your own well-being. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of postpartum self-care, coping strategies, support networks, and the significance of …

Let's dive into the incredible world of oxytocin and its role in the birthing process. Whether you're planning a natural birth or simply curious about the wonders of our bodies, understanding the importance of natural oxytocin versus synthetic Pitocin is key…

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.

Becoming a parent is one of the most transformative experiences a person can have. It's a time of overwhelming love, joy, and wonder, as well as exhaustion, uncertainty, and a healthy dose of messiness. And in the midst of all of this, the most precious moments of your baby's life are happening. These are the moments that you'll want…

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…

Babies are born with very limited amounts of Vitamin K. Their levels are lowest at days 2-3 and do not reach adult levels until about 6 months of age. The levels are low because…

In addition to being a tasty and nourishing food, broth has a long history of being used as a healing food in traditional medicine systems around the world. In Chinese Medicine, for example, it is believed that hot liquids and foods can help to support the body's natural healing processes. This is especially true during the postpartum period, when the body is in a vulnerable state and may benefit from extra support…

In the first few days, you can expect your newborn to sleep a lot, feed frequently, and have their own unique set of needs and preferences. In this blog post, we'll provide some helpful information to let you know what you can expect in the first few days with your newborn…

Congratulations! You're having a baby! Look through this list with your partner and discuss the questions provided. Feel free to add your own things to your plan as well. It is very important to talk openly and honestly with each other so that you can iron things out now, before the baby comes…

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…

You’re in labor! Yay! But all of a sudden, things begin to pick up faster than you can process. You leave your house to drive to your birth location… but baby is coming NOW. It’s something that we always hope doesn’t happen to us… and it probably won’t. But here’s what to do in case it does. Partners, these instructions are for you. Because the birthing person should never be expected to remember ANYTHING when they’re pushing a baby out…

Although it is becoming more and more popular, especially within the natural birth community, consumption of the placenta through placenta encapsulation (and in general) is still not widely done, or even known about. The purpose of this blog post is to offer education on the benefits, risks, as well my process, of placenta encapsulation so that you can make an informed decision on whether this is right for you!

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…