If you want to have a VBAC, do you need to have an epidural? Does a VBAC with epidural raise your risk of a repeat …
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Doula Salary: What Aspiring Doulas Need to Know
So, you love babies, pregnancy, and childbirth and are considering becoming a career doula. There is just one thing …
VBAC vs Repeat C-Section: Which is Right for You?
Whether to have a VBAC vs repeat c-section is a common question that birthing parents ask themselves. It can be hard to …
The Truth about the VBAC Success Rate
If you are pregnant after having a Cesarean, you are probably wondering about your options, and weighing the relative …
Benefits of a Doula for Pregnancy, Birth, & Beyond
I will never forget the day that I asked my husband if we could hire a doula. I was pregnant with my second child, and I …
How Long Does it Take to Become a Doula?
Deciding to become a doula is a significant and pivotal moment in a woman’s life. There are a lot of things to consider …
Benefits of a Natural Birth: Is Going Unmedicated Right for You?
What are the benefits of having a natural birth, and what does that mean? Most people, when they say natural …
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What is a Doula? Understanding a Doula’s Role in Childbirth
I will never forget talking with VBAC dads on our podcast and bursting into laughter when I heard one father’s answer to …
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How to Have a Successful VBAC: 15 Helpful Tips
If you have had a previous c-section and you've decided to opt for a VBAC vs a repeat c-section, let’s talk about how …
So You Want a Doula Career? Here’s What It’s Really Like.
I started my doula career almost immediately after my second child, who was also my first VBAC baby, was born. My doula …
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How to Plan for a Natural Family Centered Cesarean
Hearing the words natural and c-section together, a lot of people wonder, “Is a natural, gentle, family centered …
How to Turn a Breech Baby: 8 Ways to Flip That Baby
“My baby is breech! Help!” If you're not sure how to turn a breech baby, you've come to the right place. We …
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What to Include in a VBAC Birth Plan [FREE Worksheet]
We have a lot of our followers asking if they need to make a specific VBAC birth plan. The simple answer is …
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Scar Tissue on the Cervix & (Preventable) C-Sections
As a doula, I’ve attended many births where scar tissue on the cervix causes labor to stall. Here’s what it looks …
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Laboring at Home: How to Stay Confident (And Safe)
As doulas, one of the first questions we ask parents in a prenatal visit is, “What are your personal goals for this …
VBAC Facts: The Real Truth About VBAC
Trying to find evidence-based VBAC facts can be a nightmare. I have been there, scouring the internet for hours, not …
Everything You Need to Know Before Becoming a Doula
I will never forget the day I pulled out my phone and searched how to become a doula. My interest in helping couples …
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Plus Size Birth: What New Moms Need to Know
There is a lot of controversy about weight and pregnancy. Not gaining enough weight or even losing weight can leave a …
Your Pelvis is NOT too Small – Overuse of the CPD Diagnosis
Are VBACs safe? Yes! Can you have a safe and successful VBAC with a previous diagnosis of a small pelvis or large baby? …
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Healing from Birth Trauma: Coping After a Difficult Birth Experience
We want to talk about something that may be a little sensitive for some. Here it goes: just because you have a VBAC …
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The Facts About Shoulder Dystocia
Have you been told you may have a larger than average baby? One of the leading concerns with carrying a macrosomic baby …