The last few weeks of pregnancy can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—excitement, impatience, exhaustion, and maybe a little anxiety all…
Babyproofing from the Experts!
We were named a baby safety expert in a Redfin article! Check out these great tips here: How to Baby Proof…
Waterbirth in Des Moines, IA & Surrounding Areas
Exploring Waterbirth Benefits: A Gentle Start for Your Baby I’ve had the honor of attending many waterbirths as a doula….
8 Doula Tips for Introducing a New Baby to Siblings
Adding a new baby to your household is such a joyous occasion, but it also brings big changes for everyone,…
Find Your Lactation Consultant BEFORE Your Baby’s Birth
Getting ready to welcome your little one into the world is such an exciting time! But among all the baby…
Red Light Therapy for Breastfeeding Moms in Iowa
A new topic in lactation support! So many of our expecting moms think breastfeeding will be natural and easy. We…
Intermittent Monitoring During Your Baby’s Birth
One thing that has surprised many of my clients over the years is the amount of time they are asked…
How important is having a “nice nurse” at your birth?
Thoughts from the video… What is evidence-based care? Evidence-based care is a data-driven, scientific approach to patient care decisions. It involves integrating the…
New Mom Support Groups in Des Moines, IA
I remember feeling so isolated after the birth of my first son. I was a fifth-grade teacher who was used…
Postpartum Doulas, Night Nannies, and Finding a Nanny
After the birth of my first son, I started interviewing in-home daycare providers. I’ll never forget the awful feeling I…
Our Favorite Baby Products
QUICK NOTE: This is being updated as of Jan 1, 2025! Check back again soon for photos, links, etc. We…
Postpartum Doula vs. Night Nurse in Des Moines
One of our recent new moms said that she originally struggled to find postpartum support. She mentioned that she was…
