Many new families in Iowa realize that bringing a new baby–or babies– home can be overwhelming and are looking for…
Des Moines NICU Resources and Support
Is a NICU stay for your baby/babies in your future? Have you found your new baby unexpectedly spending time in…
Postpartum Support: Grandmas and Postpartum Doulas
Does it matter if your Postpartum Support comes from someone like baby’s grandmas or postpartum doula? Our short answer is…
What To Do on Your First Day Home with Your Baby
Sometimes new moms are very excited to leave the hospital and get home. Others are more apprehensive about taking care…
What is a Postpartum Doula?
What is a Postpartum Doula? A Postpartum Doula works with families in the first weeks/months after birth offering support, information,…
Midwife Options in Des Moines and Central Iowa
Did you know that the US is one of the only countries where midwives aren’t the primary care providers for…
Prenatal Licensed Massage Therapists in Des Moines, IA
One of my favorite self-care practices during my pregnancies was getting prenatal massages as often as I could. I was…
Newborns and Your Family Dog
During my first pregnancy, we (my husband) decided to get a new dog. He was supposed to be a sweet,…
5 Reasons to Hire a Doula in Des Moines, Iowa
This is an interesting time to be giving birth in Des Moines, IA (or really anywhere!). As a doula that…
TENS Unit for Pain Relief in Labor
TENS = Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation I recently took a training on using a TENS Unit in labor as a non-medicinal pain…
What to Really Register For: 5 Unusual, Must Have Items
It’s no surprise that babies need stuff. Car seats, clothing, diapers, strollers, cribs, and on and on. However, I’d love…
My Secret to an Easier Postpartum–With a Free Postpartum Plan Printable!
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