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24/03/2023

Spring in the garden in Erlecom (ooijpolder)

16/02/2023

Wil je graag een doula bij je bevalling of ken je iemand die dat zou willen? Ik ben op zoek naar stage bevallingen in de omgeving van Nijmegen en Doetinchem. Ik waardeer het erg als je dit bericht wilt delen en zegt het voort!

Als doula in opleiding wil ik veel ervaring opdoen. Ik duik in mijn rol als doula en sta aanstaande moeders en hun partners bij tijdens de zwangerschap en de bevalling. We doorlopen een compleet doula traject. Omdat ik nog in de leer ben bied ik mijn traject op dit moment voor een gereduceerd tarief aan van €100,- (normaal €1500) en eventuele reis en parkeerkosten.

Misschien is de vraag in je opgekomen of ik als doula zonder al te veel ervaring wel genoeg te bieden heb? Mijn antwoord daarop is Ja!
Ik breng mijn energie, rust, warmte en zorgzaamheid mee. Ik ben betrokken bij jullie proces en zal me voegen naar jullie wensen. Ik ben er voor jullie. De kwaliteiten en eigenschappen die we als mensen al bezitten zijn waardevol. Als doula maak je gebruik van wat je in huis hebt en van je intuïtie. Daarnaast heb ik met mijn opleiding de nodige theoretische kennis opgedaan en veelvuldig over het doulaschap gelezen, beluisterd en bekeken. Ik heb veel ervaring met kleine kinderen en hun ouders vanuit mijn werk als gastouder en betrokkenheid bij het gezin van mijn zus. Ik heb een groot netwerk van collega doula's en docenten om op terug te vallen. Ik heb veel te leren maar ik heb zeker ook al veel te bieden.

Hoe ziet het traject eruit en wat kunnen we van elkaar verwachten?

vrijblijvend kennismakingsgesprek van 1 uur
1e gesprek en kruiden voetenbad/lichte voetmassage
2e gesprek en introductie rebozo (Mexicaanse traditionele sjaal)
3e gesprek en ontspanningsmassage
geboorte
kraambezoek
eindgesprek en ik overhandiging jullie geboorteverhaal
Postpartum contact via telefoon tot max. 6 weken na de bevalling

Gedurende het traject zijn er drie stageformulieren die door mijn cliënt moeten worden ingevuld. Ik zal je tussendoor vragen deze voor mij in te vullen.

Ik ben student bij Doula Opleiding in Bloei
Heb je interesse of een vraag? Stuur me gerust hier een berichtje of e-mail naar: kyrafrijters1986@gmail.com of LOBA LUA

11/02/2023

What is a doula? Part 2 of 4

A doula is familiar with the medical protocols used in regular birth care and works closely together with the medical staff. Many doulas are also educated in alternative, ancient and traditional techniques. If relevant and desired, she can share with new parents specific knowledge and shine a light on other options, pain relief, relaxation techniques, and help create a peaceful space within which the woman can respond instinctively to the needs of her body and birth her baby with trust. Doulas can offer in this way a little more autonomy in giving birth. Above all they offer loving support to the new parents.

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30/01/2023

The Loba Lua logo is inspired by the Mayan symbol: Imix.

The Imix symbolizes the ancient water and openness.

The maelstrom creates everlasting swirls on ancient waters. From it emerges the wise dragon with four horns symbolizing trust in the water's origins and sustenance. The sun above illuminates and brings life to the ancient waters.

The Imix represents alternate dimensions, beings, and realities. To the Mayans, the wise dragon and crocodiles held sacred understanding of the underworld and acted as a link between it and the human world, bringing that knowledge into physical reality.

Imix helps as a talisman to:
trust the divine source
get what we need
share our feelings, dreams, and wishes with others

Imix protects as an amulet against:
expecting to get something in return
the desire for guarantees and expected outcomes
the need for validation and recognition

Although it was painful to eliminate "the horns" from the symbol, it improved the logo's functionality. I love the simplicity of its appearance and the beautiful meaning. Which I will follow as a wise guide in this time of new adventures.

Sources:
The book; Talismannen en Amuletten van Felicitas Nelson
www.symbolikon.com

25/01/2023

What is smudging?

Smudging is a ceremonial practice and ritualistic burning of herbs and plants. Where typically white sage, cedar, and sweet grass are burned. The smoke is used to cleanse a space or person of negative energy. This practice is rooted in various indigenous cultures and is often used in spiritual or religious rituals.

The specific herbs and practices may vary depending on the indigenous culture and tradition. For example, in some indigenous cultures of North America, white sage is commonly used for smudging, while in other cultures, such as some indigenous cultures in Australia, the use of native eucalyptus or lemon myrtle leaves is more common.

Smudging with local herbs is a variation of the traditional smudging practice where instead of using sage, herbs that are native or locally sourced to the area are used. This can include different types of sage, cedar, lemon balm, mugwort, lavender, rosemary, and many other herbs depending on the region or on what you have growing in your garden! Using local herbs can add a deeper connection to the land and is a sustainable approach.

At Loba Lua, we believe smudging is a beautiful, simple and intuitive practice. It is best done with an intention from the heart. While feeling connected to the natural world, expressing feelings of gratitude, joy, and grace are almost a natural result. Smudging can help to follow your instincts in moving and sounding. It’s an invitation for opening up.

In the indigenous cultures of North America, the smoke is seen as a direct connection to the creator. Therefore it is important to wait until the smoke stops naturally and to let the creator decide, so to speak when the smudging is over. At Loba Lua we like to share this beautiful thought and offer it as a suggestion.

Smudging materials can be;

Abalone shell or a clay bowl. This represents the element water.
Matches, a candle, or a fire. This represents the element of fire.
Smudging herbs and or to***co. This represents the element earth.
Eagle feather or your hand. This represents the element air.

23/01/2023

Garden Smudge Sticks

Loba Lua creates hand-tied garden smudge sticks with homegrown herbs and flowers and locally found plant materials from the area Erlecom and Nijmegen, the Netherlands

Available in the webshop soon.

21/01/2023

What is a doula? Part 1 of 4

A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional and physical support to women and their partners during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Doulas are not medical professionals and do not provide medical care. But they can help to create a more positive birth experience for the mother. A doula offers continued support throughout the duration of childbirth. She is a familiar and trusted birth attendant for the birthing mother and her partner.

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19/01/2023

Becoming a doula.

Out of a desire to learn a profession and to deepen my understanding of mother earth’s ways, I started the journey of becoming a professional doula.

I love the hands-on approach and traditional knowledge of this training. I love to learn new skills. And share with others the information and tools that provide autonomy and trust in giving birth. At this point, I am reading the books. Contemplating wisdom in the warm light of an inner fire.

As long as I am studying at the In Bloei training the doula services are available for a reduced rate. Feel free to contact me if you have a question or when interested in my doula services and spread the word!

Picture by my love Ole Ole Nieling

16/01/2023

In this world it comes down to just a few things. Nature, love, creation and life. Introducing Loba Lua - Doula practice and Garden shop. Naturally connected.

16/01/2023

I want to share with you that I have been working toward something over the past few years. It has to do with herbs, flowers and nature. And it is combined with something else that suits it beautifully…

Still under construction, growing and getting form, I am excited to share with you the process of building my business:

LOBA LUA
Doula practice and Garden shop

In October, I started a doula training at In Bloei to become a professional doula in about one year. Besides that I am creating an online garden shop. Here I will be selling my garden smudge sticks and other handmade creations from homegrown and locally found plant materials in the area of Erlecom, the Netherlands.

If you are interested in my process I invite you to follow my business account on Instagram and Facebook and visit the website: www.lobalua.com where I will be sharing my joy for the natural world, the process of becoming a doula and my way of building a business from the heart.

Note: Products are not yet for sale. As long as I am studying at the In Bloei training the doula services are available for a reduced rate. Feel free to contact me when interested in my doula services and spread the word.

With gratitude and lots of love,

Kyra

Ps; hope to see you there!

Instagram: lobaluaofficial
Facebook: lobalua
Website: www.lobalua.com

Picture by my love Ole

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