Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness

12/30/2025

Free bleeding just went viral—again.

After Rapper Sukihana casually mentioned free bleeding on Baddies USA (Zeus Network), the internet hit pause and collectively asked: “Wait… WHAT is free bleeding?” TikTok debates, Twitter think pieces, and group chats lit up overnight. So let’s break it all the way down—no shame, no myths, just facts.

This is your judgment-free, educational guide to the movement that challenges how we think about periods, bodies, and bodily autonomy.

Free bleeding just went viral—again. ​ After Rapper Sukihana casually mentioned free bleeding on Baddies USA (Zeus Network) , the internet hit pause and collectively asked: “Wait… WHAT is...

12/29/2025

Your body already knows the way, Reiki simply reminds it..
Can you guess what today's Reiki session was focused on?

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays!
From Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness

12/23/2025

Rise & Shine pineapple 🍍
You all had some great topics to be addressed and today I will start breaking them down, starting with one of the BIGGEST myths👇🏾

“You don’t stop moving because you’re pregnant, you move smarter because you are.”

One of the biggest myths in pregnancy?
👉🏽 “I should stop working out.”

The truth: Safe, intentional movement during pregnancy can reduce back pain, support mental health, improve sleep, prepare your body for birth, and aid postpartum recovery.

Here’s how to work out safely and confidently during each stage of pregnancy 👇🏽

🌱 First Trimester (Weeks 1–13): Listen & Ease In

Your body is doing BIG internal work right now. Fatigue and nausea are common — this is not the time to “push through.”

Best workouts:

Walking 🚶🏾‍♀️

Prenatal yoga 🧘🏾‍♀️

Light strength training 💪🏾

Stretching & mobility 🙌🏾

Breathing exercises 🌬

Tips:

✔️Keep workouts short (10–30 min)

✔️Focus on form over intensity

✔️Hydrate more than usual

✔️Rest when your body asks

🌼 Second Trimester (Weeks 14–27): The Sweet Spot

Energy usually improves, nausea fades, and many moms feel their best here.

Best workouts:

Strength training (bodyweight or light weights) 🏋🏾‍♀️

Swimming or water aerobics 🏊‍♀️

Stationary cycling 🚴‍♀️

Prenatal Pilates 🤰🏾

Low-impact cardio 🫀

Tips:

✔️Avoid lying flat on your back for long periods

✔️Focus on core stability & pelvic floor

✔️Use supportive footwear

✔️Prioritize breath control

💡 This is a great time to build strength for labor and postpartum recovery.

🌸 Third Trimester (Weeks 28–Birth): Prepare for Birth

Your center of gravity shifts, joints loosen, and endurance may decrease — and that’s okay.

Best workouts:

Walking 🚶🏾‍♀️

Prenatal yoga 🧘🏾‍♀️

Squats (supported)👌🏾

Hip openers 💃🏾

Gentle stretching 🙌🏾

Labor-prep movements 🤰🏾

Tips:

✔️Slow down and focus on mobility

✔️Use chairs, walls, or props for balance

✔️Stop if you feel dizzy, short of breath, or experience pain

✔️Practice breathing techniques for labor

✨ Movement now supports baby positioning, stamina for labor, and smoother recovery.

🚫 When to Pause or Modify

Always stop and consult your provider if you experience:

🛑Dizziness or fainting

🛑Vaginal bleeding

🛑Chest pain

🛑Severe pelvic or abdominal pain

🛑Regular contractions

🤍 Final Reminder from Your Doula:

Every pregnancy is different. Your workout should support your body, not stress it.
Movement is about connection, not perfection.

💬 Save this post, share it with a mama-to-be, and remember: your body was made for this journey.

12/23/2025

Reposting 👇🏾

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12/19/2025

🌸 Every mama I support says the same thing: “I finally felt like I could breathe again.”

Because postpartum doula care isn’t luxury it’s life-changing.
It’s the difference between feeling alone in the struggle and feeling held through the journey.

As your doula, I show up with clinical knowledge, spiritual grounding, and deep compassion so you can show up for yourself and your baby with confidence.

The transformation?
A healthier recovery.
A supported mind.
A thriving baby.
A stronger family.

This is the postpartum care you deserve.
Contact us for more www.mooncyclemama.com

Holistic Fertility , Birth, Postpartum, & Grief Doula and wellness Services. Chicago, IL. Contact Us.

12/17/2025

😩 If postpartum feels heavy, it’s not because you’re failing… it’s because you’re carrying too much alone.
When you bring a doula into your healing space, the weight lifts.

Suddenly you have:
✨ Someone to help with feeds
✨ Someone who knows newborn cues
✨ Someone who organizes and calms your home
✨ Someone who cares for YOU

The transformation?
From chaos ➝ clarity
From doubt ➝ confidence
From exhaustion ➝ rest

Postpartum doesn’t have to break you.
The right support can rebuild you.

12/16/2025

💛 Motherhood changes everything… but you don’t have to lose yourself.

Postpartum doula care gives you the emotional space to rediscover who you are now — not just as a mom, but as a woman stepping into a new season.

With Moon Cycle Mama, you’re not treated like a patient…
You’re honored as a whole being — mind, body, and spirit.

The transformation?
Feeling seen. Feeling heard. Feeling whole again.

12/13/2025

🌿 Healing postpartum is not optional — it’s essential.
Studies show that the first 6 weeks after birth shape your emotional health, bonding, milk supply, and long-term recovery.

That’s where a Certified Postpartum Doula, Lactation Specialist, and Maternal Community Health Worker makes all the difference.

The transformation?
✔ Faster healing
✔ Confident feeding (breast/chest/human milk)
✔ Reduced anxiety & overwhelm
✔ A safer, more organized home environment

Your wellness is a priority — not an afterthought.

12/12/2025

✨ You don’t just need help… you need to feel safe again. ✨
Postpartum isn’t just diapers, bottles, and sleepless nights — it’s an emotional rebirth.
With a trauma-informed postpartum doula, you get a space where your nervous system can relax, your voice is heard, and your mental health is protected.

The transformation?
A calmer home. A regulated mama. A supported newborn. A family that actually gets to bond, not just survive.

Evidence-based care. Non-judgmental support. Holistic healing.
This is postpartum done right.
Contact us for more www.mooncyclemama.com

Holistic Fertility , Birth, Postpartum, & Grief Doula and wellness Services. Chicago, IL. Contact Us.

12/09/2025

STOP! Before You Put Baby Down to Sleep… READ THIS!

90% of sleep-related infant deaths are linked to unsafe sleep conditions.
That means what we do matters. Let’s protect our babies with love + evidence. ❤️‍🩹

👶✨ How to Reduce the Risk of SIDS (Safe Sleep Made Simple)

Your baby deserves a sleep space that’s safe, breathable, and judgment-free.
Here’s what protects them most:

✔️ Back to sleep — every nap, every bedtime
No side-sleeping. No tummy sleeping for naps. Back is safest.

✔️ Baby sleeps alone, in a crib or bassinet
Same room as you for 6–12 months, but not in your bed.

✔️ Firm, flat mattress with fitted sheet only
No blankets, pillows, bumper pads, or stuffed toys.

✔️ No smoke exposure — before or after birth
Secondhand smoke increases SIDS risks—even if smoking happens outside.

✔️ Breastfeed if you can
Even some breastmilk offers protection.

✔️ Offer a pacifier at naps + bedtime (once breastfeeding is established)

✔️ Dress baby in 1 extra layer than you’re wearing
Avoid overheating. No hats for sleep.

✔️ Tummy time ONLY when awake + supervised
Great for development, not for sleep.

💛 Bonus Prevention Tip: Keep baby up-to-date on vaccines
Vaccination is linked to lower SIDS risk.

🌿 Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness

Supporting safer sleep for Black & Brown families through education, advocacy, and love.
No fear. No shame. Just guidance that empowers families and saves lives. 🌱✨

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12/06/2025

NEW BLOG POST 👇🏾

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