Hub City Doula

02/09/2026

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Some of you are watching the Superbowl (or halftime show). While some of you are running a different kind of play!

The football hold gets its name because your baby is tucked under your arm at your side, like a player carrying the ball. Instead of touchdowns, you get:
~milk transfer
~a deeper latch
~relief while healing from a c-section
~a practical way to feed twins
~a better angle if you want to see what’s happening

If you need someone to cheer you on or offer some QB plays, LLLC Leaders are here to help!

LLLC.ca/get-help

02/08/2026

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9045993/

Preliminary studies of Red Light Therapy show promising effects on preventing and mitigating placental damage caused by pre eclampsia

There is no dosage or therapeutic guidelines for this yet, but the study seems very promising!

Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy disorder which in extreme cases may lead to maternal and fetal injury or death. Preexisting conditions which increase oxidative stress, e.g., hypertension and diabetes, increase the mother's risk to develop ...

02/08/2026

When nesting is hitting, and logic has left the chat

What was your non-negotiable, this HAS to be done before I can have this baby cleaning compulsion?
And why is it baseboards 😅

👉 What’s the most irrational nesting thing you cleaned, organized, or fixated on?
👉 Or what are you currently doing instead of resting?

Drop it below so we can normalize the chaos together 🤍

02/08/2026

We made it 🙌

Breastfeeding month is a mix of emotions, but ultimately a time of reflection on my blessings. My journey with Scarlett, my three-year-old daughter born with two congenital heart defects, was particularly challenging due to her exhaustion and jaundice. For me, I was tasked to overcome the bitterness of my own rough birth, sometimes it felt like more than I could bare. Despite the obstacles, including a recessed chin, tongue, lip, and buccal ties, we persisted with breastfeeding with the help of my providers and my faith.

Scarlett's latest check-up showed no need for open heart surgery, and we continued nursing for 2.5 years after her tie revision. Breastfeeding demands immense faith, especially when faced with difficulties.

To all the women struggling with nursing, I see you, honor you, and am here to support you as a doula🤍

Hub City Doula

02/06/2026

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02/06/2026

Nourishing hope begins with healing perinatal and postpartum trauma

It begins with addressing infant feeding traumas as soon as possible!

02/04/2026

42 weeks.
No labor signs.
Just deep breaths, slow days, and trusting the timing 🤍Be honest—what would you do if you were 42 weeks pregnant with no labor symptoms?
Walk? Nap? Cry? Eat dates? 😅👇

What would you do in this season of waiting?

01/23/2026

If you are pregnant, due soon, and live down South,
It's important to take action!

What has been forecasted has the potential to be catastrophic, and roads shut down fast here. EMS response times can slow due to other emergencies, making hospitals harder to reach.

🚨 If labor begins and you need help but you cannot get out on the road CALL 911.

As a seasoned homebirthing mama and student midwife, here’s my recommendations for easily accessible birth supplies- keep a laundry basket with the things you need on hand. Just in case birth happens on the road or in your home awaiting the ambulance 🤞

🧺 Birthing basics
• Clean towels and rolls of paper towels(LOTS of them)
• Gloves
• A clean bowl or tupperware for placenta

👶 For baby
• Receiving blanket or towels to dry baby
• Hat or warm blanket
• Bulb syringe Heating pad to place under baby to help maintain temperature

🤍 For mama
• chux or puppy pads
• Warm blanket
• Water, electrolytes, easy snacks
• Phone charger (charged!)

📱 Have these numbers saved NOW
• 911
• Closest hospital L&D
• Local EMS / fire department
• A trusted support person who can get to you

Immediate postpartum reminders:
911 first, keep mama and baby warm, skin to skin as soon as possible. It's best to leave that cord intact until it can be cut cleanly and baby is transitioning their breathing.

And this part matters:

👉 our bodies are made for birth, and you can trust that! This post isn't about choosing homebirth last minute. It's about keeping the mamas and babies who live further from care SAFE! Many families drive 40 minutes or more to the hospital in perfect conditions.

Give yourself plenty of travel time, know your important lab values so you can advocate for yourself if you need to stop at a smaller outreach hospital or deliver in an ambulance.

Holding space for all the mamas, praying you are wrapped in peace and safety ✨️
Hub City Doula

01/22/2026

Ice storm prep for infant feeding ❄️🍼
When the power goes out, a little planning can protect your baby’s milk and your peace of mind.

• Breastmilk storage: Keep fridge/freezer doors closed as much as possible. Frozen milk stays solid ~24–48 hrs in a full freezer. If milk still has ice crystals, it’s safe to refreeze.
• Refrigerated milk: If the fridge rises above 40°F (4°C) for more than 4 hours, discard.
• Thawing & warming: Never microwave. Use warm (not hot) water and swirl gently.
• During outages: Freshly expressed milk can be kept at room temp (up to 77°F/25°C) for ~4 hours.
• Feeding options: Direct breastfeeding is always safe—no power needed 💙
• Formula-fed babies: Use safe water; if unsure, use bottled water. Discard prepared formula after 1 hour.

Stay warm, stay safe, and reach out if you need lactation or feeding support during the storm telehealth is always available!

12/09/2025

I feel deeply humbled when families share their birth stories and photographs. If you have welcomed your baby or have been supported through my doula practice, lactation services, or during my student midwife journey and feel inspired to share a photo or moment from your experience, I would be thrilled to celebrate your journey. Your stories offer a unique perspective to other families, showcasing the authentic essence of supported birth — calm, informed, and intentional. ❤️ Thank you for investing time to support my life's calling.

09/15/2025

The season of coughs and colds is upon us!
Allergy season never left us 😩😩

Knowing what medication you can take while breastfeeding is an important part of maintaining your milk supply and also making sure your baby isn't exposed to something harmful.

And absolutely yes- You should continue to feed your baby at the breast, even if you are sick and they aren't! Breastmilk is rich in natural antibodies, and chances are if you are sick they were already exposed. You may notice increased cluster feeding when they are fighting illness, however feel free to reach out if you are concerned for your supply. ✨️

Get more information at:
https://infantrisk.com/content/cough-cold-medications-while-breastfeeding

Hub City Doula is a 501c3 nonprofit organization ✨️

07/14/2025

Your colostrum adapts to your baby's size, gestation, and health status! How amazing is that ✨️

Although colostrum and mature milk are well studied, less is known about how colostrum composition varies across different birthweight categories in term infants.

This cross-sectional study (N = 252) compared colostrum collected on postpartum day 2 from individuals who delivered term infants classified as small (SGA), appropriate (AGA), or large (LGA) for gestational age.

Results showed:
🔹 Higher protein content in colostrum from the SGA and LGA groups compared to AGA
🔹 Higher carbohydrate content in the LGA group compared to AGA
🔹 No differences in fat or energy content

Multivariate analysis confirmed that SGA and LGA status were independently associated with higher protein levels, and LGA status was also associated with higher carbohydrate levels.

These findings suggest that macronutrient composition in colostrum may adapt based on infant size at birth, even when gestational age is similar. Further research is needed to understand the implications for early infant feeding and metabolism.

Citation: Arayici S, Alyamac Dizdar E, Kadioglu Simsek G, Sari FN. Relationship Between Birthweight for Gestational Age and Colostrum Macronutrient Composition: A Comparative Analysis in Small, Appropriate, and Large for Gestational Age Infants. Journal of Human Lactation. 2025;41(3):371-378. doi:10.1177/08903344251342561