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Let’s talk about Colostrum!💛In the first few days after birth, your body makes a type of “early milk” called colostrum.I...
04/01/2026

Let’s talk about Colostrum!💛

In the first few days after birth, your body makes a type of “early milk” called colostrum.

It’s thick, concentrated, and made in small amounts — which is actually exactly what a newborn with a tiny stomach (about the size of a marble!) needs at the beginning.

Colostrum is rich in nutrients and antibodies that help support a baby’s immune system as they adjust to life outside the womb.

Even though it doesn’t look like much, it plays a very important role in those early days. It’s the perfect superfood for your baby!

Had you heard of colostrum before, or is this new?

03/27/2026

One of the quieter ways your body prepares for birth during pregnancy is through a hormone called relaxin.

Relaxin helps soften your ligaments and joints over time — especially around the pelvis as your body makes space for both pregnancy and birth!

Because of this, some people notice changes in how their body feels. Maybe a little more flexibility, maybe some new aches, or just a sense that things are shifting.

It’s one of the many special ways the body gradually adapts throughout pregnancy.

Had you heard of relaxin before? And isn’t it fun how the name sounds exactly like what the hormone does- “Relaxin” your body? 😌

Midwife Hannah spent the whole day today advocating for Midwifery in Indiana. Did you know that Indiana has one of the m...
03/26/2026

Midwife Hannah spent the whole day today advocating for Midwifery in Indiana.

Did you know that Indiana has one of the most restrictive licensure laws for midwives in the country?

It's going to take continuous advocacy to make things better.

If you're a family who would like to be involved and connected to how you can advocate for Midwifery in Indiana, please send a message and we'll get you added to the list!

03/23/2026

As World Doula Week comes to a close, we want to take a moment to recognize the steady, meaningful presence doulas bring to families.

Doulas offer continuous support — emotionally, physically, and informationally — throughout pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period.

In home birth settings, their presence often helps create a grounded, supported environment for families. They remain a consistent support person, holding space and helping families feel informed and steady in their choices.

If plans shift or additional care is needed, doulas continue to offer that same support — helping families feel oriented and supported wherever birth unfolds.

They also play an important role in supporting the birth team, helping create space so care can be sustained through labor, birth, and the hours that follow.

We’re grateful for the care doulas bring and the way they contribute to a supportive, connected birth community.

If you’re looking for a way to support access to out-of-hospital birth and doula care, you can learn more or contribute here:

• Danville Birth Project: https://share.google/O684peri3grmtbVwB
• CU Birth Fund: https://share.google/oviyWANkgWW1x13Ex

This week is World Doula Week, a time to recognize the many ways doulas support families during pregnancy, birth, and th...
03/16/2026

This week is World Doula Week, a time to recognize the many ways doulas support families during pregnancy, birth, and the early postpartum period.

Doulas and midwives often work alongside one another, each bringing a different kind of support to the birth space.

Midwives provide clinical care throughout pregnancy and birth, while doulas offer continuous emotional, physical, and informational support to the birthing person and their family.

Together, this collaboration can create a birth environment where families feel informed, supported, and cared for from multiple angles.

Birth is often strongest when it is supported by community. We love our local doulas and are so thankful for the support they provide to uplift families across Central Illinois!

Have you worked with a doula before, or considered having one as part of your birth team?

Photos 📸 of local doulas Toria of heretogetherbirth , Kyra of birthwithkyrapatton , and Michelle of Doula Bee Family Support (shared with permission).

Did you know your blood volume increases by nearly half during pregnancy?A pregnancy fact that many people don’t hear ab...
03/13/2026

Did you know your blood volume increases by nearly half during pregnancy?

A pregnancy fact that many people don’t hear about:

Your body is constantly adapting to support your growing baby.

During pregnancy, blood volume increases by about 30–50%.
This helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to the placenta and your baby as they grow.

Your heart works a little harder.
Your kidneys filter more blood.
Your body is continuously adjusting to support the work of pregnancy.

Pregnancy is an incredible example of how the body adapts over time to nurture new life.

Many of the changes people experience during pregnancy are simply the body doing the work it was designed to do.

Photo 📸 from Jordan Scott

Celebrating 10 Years of Independent Midwifery at BTBL! 🌿Read on to see how We are growing to support You in the next dec...
03/11/2026

Celebrating 10 Years of Independent Midwifery at BTBL! 🌿

Read on to see how We are growing to support You in the next decade to come!

Finding the right home birth midwife for you is about more than just checklists.It’s about how you feel when you ask que...
03/09/2026

Finding the right home birth midwife for you is about more than just checklists.

It’s about how you feel when you ask questions.
It’s about whether you feel heard, respected, and supported.
It’s about whether your values around birth, autonomy, and care feel rooted in the same soil.

You’re allowed to ask how your provider handles safety.
You’re allowed to ask about experience, training, and backup plans.
You’re allowed to ask what care looks like when things are simple — and when they’re not.

This is your body.
This is your birth.
You get to choose the people who walk with you through it.

What matters most to you when choosing a provider?

• How do you support families if birth takes an unexpected turn?
• What does care look like between visits — can I reach you if something comes up?
• How do you support informed choice during pregnancy and birth?
• What does safety planning look like in home birth care?
• How do you work as a team?

What’s a question you’ve wondered about but weren’t sure if you were “allowed” to ask?

Photo 📸 shared with permission

Happy International Women’s Day!
03/08/2026

Happy International Women’s Day!

As the days slowly begin to shift and change, we wanted to offer a small reminder:Wherever you are in your journey is ok...
03/06/2026

As the days slowly begin to shift and change, we wanted to offer a small reminder:

Wherever you are in your journey is okay.

You don’t need to have everything decided.
You don’t need to feel certain all the time.
You don’t need to have it all figured out to be doing this well.

Pregnancy and parenthood are full of learning, listening, and small moments of courage. It’s okay to move slowly. It’s okay to ask for support. It’s okay to trust yourself as you go.

You’re allowed to take up space in this process.
You’re allowed to take your time.

We’re here, quietly cheering you on. 🌿

The CU Birth fund provides partial scholarships for independent homebirth and doula care in Champaign county 🙌🏼 This is ...
03/06/2026

The CU Birth fund provides partial scholarships for independent homebirth and doula care in Champaign county 🙌🏼
This is a necessary way to make midwifery accessible since Medicaid covered services are not yet available in our area.

We have loved seeing the impact this Birth Fund has already had in the C-U community.

Come out to their fundraiser March 27th to help families access quality care in the very earliest moments of life 🙏🏼
Or donate online at:
https://www.cubirthfund.org/

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