Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness

04/02/2026

I’m excited to step into my new role as a New Parent Educator with Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness. As a Certified Birth and Postpartum Doula, CD/PPD Certified Lactation Specialist, and Childbirth Educator, I’ve spent years guiding families through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood with compassion, knowledge, and holistic care.
Now, I’m at a point where growth and collaboration are necessary to meet the increasing demand for support and education for new parents. My goal is to create spaces where parents feel empowered, confident, and fully supported while building partnerships with other experts to expand access to the care families deserve.
Together, we can transform the way parents experience the early stages of parenthood.

04/01/2026

🌙 Sleepless nights?
Let’s create a routine that works for BOTH of you.

Newborn care can feel overwhelming—but a gentle, predictable schedule helps baby thrive and parents survive!

🍼 From feeding windows to sleep cues, I help families design routines that honor your baby’s needs and your wellbeing.

03/30/2026

⚠️ Fibroids and pregnancy: what every mama needs to know.

Did you know fibroids are common in pregnancy? They can affect comfort, but most don’t harm your baby. 🧘‍♀️ Gentle movement, stress management, and regular monitoring are key.

I guide moms holistically through a healthy, safe pregnancy journey, even with fibroids.

03/27/2026

🍼 Want to feed your baby with confidence?

Let’s boost that milk supply naturally! Struggling with low milk supply? Foods like oats, fennel, and leafy greens can help, along with proper hydration and pumping techniques.

🌸 As a certified lactation specialist, I help moms find what works for them—because every drop counts.

03/26/2026

🤰 Feeling like every bite is a battle?

You’re not alone! Morning sickness can make pregnancy tough—but there are natural ways to ease nausea. 🌿 Ginger tea, small frequent meals, and staying hydrated can help calm your tummy.

As a holistic doula, I guide mamas through gentle remedies that honor your body and your baby.

03/25/2026

As apart of our crisis management sector, we have some grief counseling resources from our collective. All details are on the flyer👇🏾

03/22/2026

🚨 “I just realized…I haven’t had any water today.”

Mama… if this sounds like you, we need to talk 💧

During pregnancy and postpartum, your body is doing sacred, life-sustaining work—and dehydration can quietly disrupt that flow.

✨ Here’s what many moms don’t realize:
Dehydration can lead to:
• Increased fatigue (yes, even more than usual 😩)
• Headaches & dizziness
• Braxton Hicks contractions during pregnancy
• Decreased breast milk supply postpartum 🤱🏾
• Slower healing after birth

And the truth?
When you’re caring for a baby, healing, and trying to be everything for everyone… you forget about YOU.

🌿 At Moon Cycle Mama Doula & Wellness, we believe hydration is not just physical—it’s foundational self-care.

Here’s your gentle reminder:
💧 Keep a water bottle in every space you nurse or rest
💧 Add fruit or herbs to make it enjoyable
💧 Drink BEFORE you feel thirsty
💧 Ask your support system (or your doula 👀) to remind you

✨ You deserve to feel nourished, supported, and restored.

If no one reminded you today…
👉🏾 Drink some water, mama. Your body (and your baby) will thank you.

03/16/2026

Is your hospital bag ready for baby’s arrival?

One of the most common questions expecting moms ask is:
“What should I pack in my hospital bag?”

Preparing your hospital bag ahead of time helps you stay calm and focused on what truly matters — welcoming your baby into the world.

As a full-spectrum birth and postpartum doula in Chicago, I help families prepare emotionally, physically, and mentally for birth and the fourth trimester.

Save this checklist so you’re ready when labor begins.

And remember — having a doula by your side can make all the difference in your birth experience.

✨ Birth & Postpartum Support
Moon Cycle Mama Doula & Wellness

03/13/2026

“My feet are so swollen… is this normal?” 👣🤰

This is one of the most common calls I get from expecting moms. And the truth is—pregnancy swelling is very common, especially in the feet and ankles during the 2nd and 3rd trimester.

Your body is increasing blood and fluids to support your baby, which can cause pregnancy edema (swelling)—especially after long days of standing, sitting, or walking.

✨ Here are a few ways to help reduce swelling:

✔ Elevate your feet whenever possible
✔ Drink plenty of water (hydration helps flush excess fluid)
✔ Rest on your left side to improve circulation
✔ Gentle walking or prenatal stretching
✔ Wear supportive shoes or compression socks

💛 This is also where doula support matters.
At Moon Cycle Mama Doula & Wellness, I help my clients with comfort techniques, positioning, relaxation support, and guidance so they feel safe, supported, and informed during pregnancy.

⚠️ However, sudden or severe swelling, especially in the face, hands, or with headaches or vision changes, should always be reported to your healthcare provider right away.

Pregnancy can bring a lot of “Is this normal?” moments.
You deserve someone in your corner who can help guide you through them.

🌿 Doula Kerri – Moon Cycle Mama Doula & Wellness
Supporting families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and beyond.

📲 www.mooncyclemama.com

03/09/2026

You read the blog.
Now let’s talk about the real issue…

Mom guilt. 💭

The guilt when you go back to work.
The guilt when you stay home.
The guilt when you’re tired.
The guilt when you need a break.
The guilt when you actually enjoy your career.

See the pattern?

Guilt isn’t about the decision.
It’s about the conditioning.

When I wrote my ebook Conquering Mom Guilt, it wasn’t theory.
It was from lived experience as a mother of three, a doula, and a woman who had to unlearn the belief that “good moms sacrifice themselves completely.”

Returning to work can trigger guilt that has been quietly sitting underneath the surface.

My ebook walks you through:

✔️ Where mom guilt really comes from
✔️ How to separate societal pressure from your truth
✔️ How to rebuild confidence after baby
✔️ Emotional regulation tools for postpartum overwhelm
✔️ How to stop apologizing for taking up space

If the blog resonated with you…
The ebook will shift you.

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03/06/2026

✨ Going Back to Work After Baby? Read This First. ✨

You packed the diaper bag.
You labeled the bottles.
You practiced the smile you’ll wear at drop-off.

But nobody prepared you for the way your heart would feel. 💔

Returning to work after maternity leave isn’t just about clocking back in — it’s a major postpartum transition that impacts your hormones, mental health, breastfeeding journey, sleep cycle, and identity as a mother.

And guess what?

If you feel anxious, emotional, guilty, relieved, or ALL of the above… you are completely normal.

At Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness , I support mothers beyond birth. Because postpartum doesn’t end at 6 weeks. And going back to work is STILL postpartum.

In my newest blog, I’m talking about:

✔️ Managing separation anxiety after maternity leave
✔️ Preparing emotionally & mentally for returning to work
✔️ Protecting your milk supply & pumping with confidence
✔️ Releasing mom guilt
✔️ Creating a gentle morning routine that supports YOU

This is holistic postpartum support for the working mom. 🌿

Because you don’t just “bounce back.”
You evolve forward.

If you’re a new mom preparing to return to work — or already back and silently struggling — this is for you. 💛

Drop a 💛 below!
https://www.mooncyclemama.com/healingandwellnessblog/returning-to-work-after-baby-honoring-the-mother-in-the-transition #/

Returning to work after having a baby is more than a schedule shift — it’s a heart shift. As a holistic postpartum doula with Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness, I want you to know this: you are...

03/04/2026

Ready to Build Your Postpartum Plan?

If you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, or even months into motherhood and feeling unsupported — it is not too late.

Let’s create a postpartum plan that protects your peace, restores your body, and strengthens your confidence.

Because postpartum is not the end of pregnancy.
It is the beginning of motherhood.

And you deserve to enter it supported.
Contact us www.mooncyclemama.com