Palace City Doula

11/30/2025

After attending a VBAC this weekend, I am definitely vibing with this study!

Quantifying the association between doula care and maternal and neonatal outcomes https://ow.ly/8rmW50XzJNO

11/29/2025

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

We are so excited to share this high school senior project!

Here's what Braelyn shared about her Gift of Grace Project:

"I’m excited to share my senior project, The Gift of Grace Project. I wanted to post in this group to help spread the word as this project is really close to my heart. I’m creating care packages for new moms who may be feeling overwhelmed or in need of comfort as they welcome their little ones into the world. My hope is to remind them that they are loved, supported, and surrounded by God’s grace — even in the hardest moments.

I’m collecting items like postnatal vitamins, Tucks pads, robes, peri bottles, snacks, self-care items, and notes of encouragement. All items must be new. Donations can be dropped off in the labeled bins, anywhere between Nov. 30th through Dec. 21st at the following churches:

• St. Nicholas (Tea)

• St. Christina (Parker)

• St. Magdalen (Lennox)

• St. Katharine Drexel (Sioux Falls)

These care packages will be delivered to Sioux Falls organizations that support new mothers.

Thank you so much for taking a moment to read about my project. I truly appreciate any prayers, support, or donations as this gets started Sunday. 💗"

Share far and wide! Not local to the collection sites? Ship it to the address!

11/20/2025

11/19/2025

This is so exciting!!!

New bill aims to improve the travel experience for parents flying with breast milk, formula, and breast pumps.

11/14/2025

11/09/2025

✨ Calling all parents and parents-to-be! ✨

Two important research studies are currently recruiting participants to help improve understanding and support for perinatal mental health:

🍼 Newborns and Postpartum Sleep (NAPS) Study
Researchers are exploring how sleep changes after childbirth impact memory and coping. Participation is virtual, takes about 2 hours over 2–3 weeks, and includes up to $70 compensation.

💭 ADHD & Pregnancy Study
Harvard researchers are studying how ADHD and related experiences affect pregnancy. This 30-minute online survey includes $5 compensation.

Your participation helps advance vital research that supports parents’ mental health and well-being. 💙

🔗 Learn more and see if you’re eligible: https://loom.ly/zOb_Wn0

10/31/2025