Doula Blog

Guidance, resources, and wisdom from a team of doulas and childbirth educators to help prepare you for a safe, healthy, and empowering pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond.

Packing for the Big Day: Essentials for Labor and Postpartum Stay

Packing for the Big Day: Essentials for Labor and Postpartum Stay

Prepare for your special day by packing these hospital bag must-haves: comfortable clothing for labor and postpartum, essential toiletries, energy-boosting snacks, entertainment, important documentation, and personal comfort items. Don't overlook a change of clothes for your partner. Tailor this list to your preferences for a relaxed and enjoyable birthing experience!

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Nurturing Your Body and Easing Pregnancy Discomfort

Nurturing Your Body and Easing Pregnancy Discomfort

During the remarkable journey of pregnancy, your body undergoes remarkable shifts and transformations to accommodate the growth of your little one. While some of these changes may bring about discomfort, making everyday activities like sleeping more challenging, it's important to understand that stress can often play a significant role in intensifying these discomforts. Indeed, stress has a tangible impact on our physical well-being.

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Recommended Books, Videos, and Websites for Pregnancy, Childbirth, Infant Feeding, and Postpartum.

Recommended Books, Videos, and Websites for Pregnancy, Childbirth, Infant Feeding, and Postpartum.

Gaining knowledge and then applying it to help make the best decisions for you and your family is key to being an active participant in the care you receive during pregnancy, labor, birth, and beyond. Check out these helpful resources to help you along your journey to giving birth.

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