The Branch Doula

08/22/2023

04/06/2023

Everyone is always excited to see the new baby, but let’s also be excited to help out the new parent! What you should be asking is “When is the best time to come help you*?” And “What can I do to help *you* the most?”

04/05/2023

Throwback to my first born🥰 #2012

02/28/2023

Sometimes it’s easy to forget how frustrating and overwhelming it can be for a child to express what they feel, and what they need. This is what I remind myself of when I’m feeling impatient and overstimulated, so that I don’t take my frustrations out on the kiddos. Big feelings in just a little body is hard stuff! Thanks for posting!

02/27/2023

Babies😍😍😍

01/27/2023

January has FLOWN by!🎉. Since December, I’ve allowed myself to slow down as much as possible to really focus on my mental health, and the healing & growing that comes with it. We absolutely love Christmas in our house, but every year it reminds us how exhausted our mind and body is. Every year we set small and large goals to make(regardless of New Year’s resolutions🤪). One of my goals this year is to be able to recognize when I’ve hit an accomplishment-to be proud of myself no matter how big or how small it may seem. To keep focusing on my goals that bring positivity and joy, and to remember that every day is a new chance to make memories, connections, and a new chance to crush my goals! Feeling blessed that I get to walk into this new year with such a positive mindset. I hope everyone was able to relax during the holidays, and make time for yourself🙏❤️

12/17/2022

Getting the proper nutrients while pregnant is extremely important for both you and baby. But it’s especially important during cold & flu season when our immune systems are working extra hard. Create new and delicious meals, or make simple yummy smoothies with some of these immune boosting delights that are packed full of vitamins and antioxidants.

12/16/2022

11/05/2022

50%-80% of people experience postpartum depression during the first few weeks after delivery. While this is all very normal due to the massive changes your body is going through, it can be extremely difficult to get through. My best advice to anyone experiencing this, is to allow yourself the much needed rest you deserve. Be gentle with yourself. Your body just spent the last 9months creating a whole other human being. Of course you’re going to feel like s**t afterwards! I sure did with all 3 of my babies! But what helped me during those awful feelings, was to remind myself that I WILL be okay. This is just temporary, not every day will feel like a struggle, and I’m strong no matter what I’m feeling! And on the days that you feel your weakest, don’t be afraid to reach out for help! There’s no shame in receiving help, and surrounding yourself with people who provide comfort are the best at giving it! Love yourself. You got this🙌❤️

10/30/2022

No seriously, don’t be so hard on yourself. Being a parent is probably the hardest, most challenging thing you’ll ever do. And yet here you are, absolutely killin it! You may not always feel like you’re doing a good job, making the right decisions, or even keeping your kiddos happy at times, but that’s OKAY! Life’s about trial and error, and no one has their s**t together all the time. Be gentle with yourself! Love yourself! And remind yourself every day that you’re doing a great job at raising your little human!❤️✌️

10/29/2022

This!!! Be supportive! Loving! And kind! 🙌Always🙌