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…
Do We Really Need a Doula? The Difference Between Partner Support and Doula Support
I remember being pregnant with my first son and the discussion about doulas came up. This was many years ago…
Differences Between Doula Support and Nurse Support
Doula support and nurse support are both important forms of support during pregnancy and childbirth, but they differ in their…
Shop Local for Baby!
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How Much Postpartum Doula Support Will We Need? A Guide for Expecting Families
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…
