I can hear you now, and I promise you -you are not alone in saying, “They all said having a baby would change things. But ohmygod, I mean...
What do you do when you want the insight, expertise, and support of an experienced labor doula but you don’t want to invite extra people into your labor and birth? What do you do when you want assistance in personalizing your preferences for this birth, but...
You may be feeling pressure to focus almost entirely on the physical arrival of our child: Where and how to give birth What labor will be like Gathering all of the "right" carriers, bottles, clothes, bassinets, etc Getting each of the things at home set...
Forget about "What is a Doula?"...
I realize now, that there was a time when my days were simple. I would get up, drink my coffee while it was hot and be out the door on time. After work, my time was my own. I would go out, meet up with friends, plan...
I’m doing another day. What day is today? It’s easy to lose track, considering how repetitive everything feels. Feed and change every three hours. What time is it now? Did I sleep last night? Someone just asked me to go out on Friday. That should sound like fun, But...
New parents in the Pacific Northwest are hiring Doulas Northwest for Postpartum & Infant Care Doula support in droves, and there are good reasons why. We all know how joyful (and tiring, confusing, stressful, overwhelming, defeating) it can be in those early months as a...
When your mind is screaming tell me everything! about this pregnancy, how to pick an OB, what labor will be like, and all of the other parts of what to expect...
Breastfeeding is a big topic that is everywhere these days! Giving birth in the Pacific Northwest, you are very likely to be at a hospital that has or is pursuing a Baby-Friendly designation. Hospitals that want this designation are required to have policies in place that...
You did it! Your baby has arrived, and your heart has grown by 10 fingers and 10 toes. The next few days and weeks are going to be filled with many new experiences...