Birth Day & Beyond Doula Services

10/30/2018

After a little bit of a break, I am so excited to announce that I am starting to book clients with an EDD in the month of December 2018 and on! I have missed Birth so much and I can’t wait to be serving women again. It’s such a beautiful thing to discover the passion that lies within your heart. Let’s Doula this!

03/11/2018

03/11/2018

Cervical dilation. It’s often believed that that once you’ve reached full dilation, your caregiver will instruct you to start pushing with all your might. But it's actually best to avoid "coached pushing" by anyone attending your birth. During the final stages of (unmedicated) labor a birthing woman will experience the Fetel Ejection Reflex. By working with your body and only pushing when YOU feel the urge, you’re able to better utilize your energy and work with your breath. Your tissues can stretch more slowly and you drastically reduce the risk of tearing. Birth is very intricate series of events with each one triggering the next. Imagine if someone started screaming at you to “PUSH-PUUUSH” as soon as you sat on the toilet for a bowel movement. It wouldn’t be helpful... because sometimes you just need a moment to get things moving, right? So even if your cervix has reached 10cms, it’s not uncommon to need a moment of rest before you “get the urge”. Only your body possesses the intrinsic wisdom of knowing when everything within you is perfectly aligned to finally push your baby into the world.
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07/09/2017

Your baby's position in the womb can make a difference in your labor and birth experience. Figuring out fetal position for yourself is also fun and can help you bond with your baby.

02/26/2017

Lots of VBAC and VBAMC (va**nal birth after multiple cesareans) stories are linked to from this blog!

02/23/2017

"We now know that many breastfeeding mothers choose to bed-share precisely because they get more sleep, manage their milk supply better, and attach more intensely with their babies."

I got to listen to Dr. James McKenna speak at a breastfeeding conference a couple of years ago. His research fascinates me! Cosleeping for the win!!

Dr. James J. McKenna is a professor of anthropology and the director of the Mo...

01/31/2017

Here is a scenario I keep hearing over and over: A woman is labouring away and all is good. She begins to push with contractions, and her midwife encourages her to follow her body. After a little w…

01/29/2017

Does your baby enjoy breastfeeding to sleep? Wondering if it's creating a bad habit or not? Find out if nursing baby to sleep is a good or bad thing.

01/19/2017

😍😍😍 SNS! When you're a brand new breastfeeding Momma and you have to supplement this is a great thing to try before offering a bottle!

01/17/2017

At the risk of forever changing how you view bagels, this is interesting.

(Via Sarah Green, Birth Doula)

01/06/2017

Fun breastfeeding facts! Our bodies are so amazing!

Breastmilk is amazing! We learn more and more everyday about how great it actually is!

12/22/2016

I'm honored to have supported planned Family Centered Cesareans. They are such beautiful births!

When I first learned about birth plans there was so much to decide. Who would cut the cord? Did I want baby to be placed on my chest right away? Who all would be in the room? But all of these questions seemed to pertain solely to va**nal birth.

10/28/2016

Families planning a VBAC have unique support needs. Doulas can better support families planning a va**nal birth after cesarean with these six tips.

10/18/2016

I had a great time on Sunday at the Spinning Babies workshop! Networking with other Nebraska and Iowa Doulas and Midwives and learning many ways to help Moms better position babies for during pregnancy and birth was such a blast! I am so glad I have this tool to take with me to my future prenatal and births.

10/12/2016

Great info!

Choosing an OB/GYN or midwife when you’re pregnant is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make and one most moms give a lot of thought to. In fact, 89 percent of women said the reason f…

10/07/2016

Babies know when and bow to be born!

Babies know when and how to be born. Each one knows when s/he is ready for life on the outside. Let's not rush them. Let's trust the...

10/03/2016

Breastfeeding B.A.S.I.C.S.

Whether you’re having your first baby or your last, knowing the B.A.S.I.C.S. can make a world of difference in your breastfeeding journey.

09/05/2016

Hormones play such a key role in labor!

08/30/2016

"Coaching is an overlooked part of a doula’s role. They help educate and prepare you for your birth, as well help you figure out what kind of birth you want to have so you don’t go in without expectations. Doulas are with you for the entire way, so they become a comforting presence when things get tough."

Adding a Doula for your Birth If you never thought of having a doula as part of your birth plan, you might want to take another look. A doula is a non-medical professional who supports women and makes sure their best interests are kept in mind throughout the pregnancy. We often speak of the benefi…

08/29/2016

Do you have any others to add to the list? What helped you during the first trimester?

08/25/2016

If you're having a baby this is a must read! Did you know your newborn can survive 2-3 days without food? While that's not the most ideal situation, find comfort in knowing that you're making just enough milk to satisfy your babe 👶

I have taken it upon myself to compile a list of things you need to know about your baby before he or she arrives in the hopes that you'll avoid common mistakes

08/22/2016

07/27/2016

Absolutely!

++ www.bellybelly.com.au - The Thinking Woman's Website For Pregnancy, Birth & Parenting ++

07/22/2016

Great advice here for Mommas planning to breastfeed!

Your little one sleeps sweetly over the first 24 hours and you think, "wow, we lucked out with this baby!" Suddenly, the second night after birth is a whole different story.

07/18/2016

The problems that arise during labor often sound scarier than they actually are. Here's the real deal on the top five.

06/21/2016

A very goo read! Who you choose to be in the room during labor is so important!

Last week we discussed building a labor cave. Oxytocin in a key ingredient in labor. It not only causes contractions, it also acts as a natural pain reducer as people …

06/16/2016

In honor of Fathers Day coming up.. Take a look at these special moments of Men becoming Daddies ❤️

So, so much love.

06/16/2016

Great advice!

Talk to your doctor about these 10 things that you may want to reject during your baby’s delivery. They’ll help you – and your baby – get off to a healthier start.

06/02/2016

Ina May's Sphincter Law... Here's what you need to know!

Did you know that your va**na and cervix also had sphincters? All our sphincters seems to behave in the same way. Failure to respect its law during birth often result in interventions.

06/02/2016

Great info on why to delay babies first bath!

A wait of at least 24 hours is recommended —​ for a very good reason. ​