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Are you a new mom? If so, you’re invited to join us for this free event on the first and third Fridays of each month! No RSVP needed, and you’re welcome to attend with or without your baby under one years old. For more details, view the main menu –> Classes & Events –> New Moms Social Hour.
Happy World Doula Week--Day Four!
This one is for anyone who is responsible for caring for others, especially our doulas, who spend so much time caring for expecting and new parents.
There`s a high burnout rate among doulas, especially labor doulas, because of the on-call lifestyle. Making self-care a high priority is so important for doulas. I am thrilled that our doula team has many doulas who have been doing this work for a very long time!
Happy World Doula Week--Day 3!
Have you ever wondered what we do as labor doulas? Here is a little look at what we do to support families in labor! Doulas are professionally trained to offer support in multiple ways and are there to help you with YOUR birth goals.
We have two events this week and would love to have you join us!
Tuesday: 12pm-1pm Induction Session for Birth 2 Be Community. We highly recommend this session for anyone planning a hospital birth. We have such a high induction rate in Des Moines/Iowa, we want you to feel prepared and empowered to advocate for your choices. www.theiowababylady.com/classes
Thursday: 6-8pm Ladies` Night of Indulgence at Waukee Wellness: This event is free to attend and there will be various Waukee based-businesses in there to help you relax and unwind! The Baby Ladies will be there sharing our favorite "mocktails" (and recipes) perfect for spring and summer events! RSVP to the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/18zgdcqP6F/
We hope to see you this week!
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While we are all called "The Baby Ladies", our main focus is always caring for the parents. By caring for new parents, we`re also making sure they have the ability to care for their babies the best they can.
This might look like:
♥ Making sure expecting parents are prepared for birth and the curveballs that may come their way
♥ Helping them understand their options
♥ Advocating for them when needed
♥ Teaching them newborn parenting skills
♥ Giving them a sleep break while we care for their baby
Or read this testimonial from an amazing twins mom I had the honor of supporting a few years ago!
Happy World Doula Week--Day Two!
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Happy Day One of World Doula Week to all of the labor doulas and postpartum doulas, especially to those on our Iowa Baby Ladies team! (Baby Ladies: I hope you see this message--I know you`ve been busy this week with births, overnights, and daytime support shifts!!)
Wondering about the RESEARCH behind doula support? Check out this link!
https://evidencebasedbirth.com/the-evidence-for-doulas/
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