The doula bag: it holds a seemingly endless amount of comfort-measure goodies for labor and birth. What I keep in my doula bag has evolved over time. Through experience in births and conversations with my doula sisters, I’ve incorporated only pieces that I find useful in labor. A peek into a doula’s bag is a peek into what kind of… Read More
Beyond the Epidural: Medical Alternatives to Epidural for Labor Pain Management
Contraction pain can hurt like a you-know-what. There’s no denying that for most women, there’s pain in childbirth. My experiences chatting about pain management with women of all ages have led me to understand that most people think of labors being in 2 camps: unmedicated vs. epidural. We are so lucky today to live in a time where we have… Read More
Early Labor Cheat Sheet: How to Cope & When it’s Something More
This post is for informational purposes only. Please refer to your medical provider for questions or concerns. For many moms, feeling your first contractions sends a rush of adrenaline to your brain. It’s easy to become excited, and anticipatory. It’s no fault, it’s just how it happens! Contractions are the means to which your baby starts their journey earth-side!… Read More