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Supporting Iowa families as they grow their babies, birth their babies, and parent their babies.
Birth doula training equips individuals with the skills to support birthing parents during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. Participants learn evidence-based techniques, emotional support strategies, and practical tools to enhance the birthing experience. This training fosters confidence and compassion, preparing attendees to make a positive impact in their communities.
🏠 Celebrating International Homebirth Day – June 6! 🏠
I am so thankful that families have multiple safe options for their birth location in Iowa. Homebirth can be a safe and empowering option for families with low-risk, healthy pregnancies! In Iowa, both Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) and Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) are legally recognized to attend births, ensuring families have access to skilled, professional care in the comfort of their own homes.
Studies show that planned homebirths with qualified midwives result in fewer maternal interventions while maintaining positive outcomes. It’s important to interview different midwives/midwifery groups to find the right fit for your family. Read more: https://health.oregonstate.edu/news-and-stories/2024-11/low-risk-pregnancies-planned-home-births-just-safe-birth-center-births
Our team at The Iowa Baby Ladies loves supporting births in both hospitals and homes, and we are always happy to chat about our experiences with both options.
All new moms and babies are welcome to join us for New Mom`s Social Hour on the First and Third Fridays of each month at Waukee Wellness! 10am-11am at 710 SE Alice`s Road, Waukee (same building as The Coffeesmith and Fit and Fierce 515.)
Tomorrow we will be doing footprint gifts for Father`s Day! (Gifts could be used for fathers, grandfathers, or other father figures in your baby`s life.)
No RSVP necessary! Co-hosted with Shannon Lee at Blessed Births and Beyond.
Lisa is one of our amazing Labor and Postpartum Doulas! Please help us wish her a very Happy Birthday!
Help us celebrate one of our amazing Labor & Postpartum Doulas! Happy Birthday Sarah!
We hope you can join us for an upcoming event!
