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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Funny Doula Story #2: The Time I Walked Into The Wrong Labor Room
Since it’s World Doula Week, I thought I’d share some of my doula stories. I won’t share anything about the…
Funny Doula Story #1: The Parking Garage Incident
I recently read that when you’ve been awake for over 24 hours, it’s equivalent to a BAC of 0.10. I…
Ancient Wisdom and Traditions are Missing for New Moms
I have been very blessed to provide doula services to Iowa State University faculty members over the past few years,…
