The Happy Mama Place

04/26/2026

Most people never get to see this 🤍

Your body doesn’t just grow a baby…
it creates an entire organ to support them.

The way the cord connects…
the way the vessels branch…
every detail shows how your baby was supported during pregnancy.

And after birth, that same organ can continue to support you.

Many moms choose placenta encapsulation to support energy, mood, recovery, and milk production in those early postpartum days.

I offer pickup from home or hospital, safe handling, and preparation with care every step of the way.

If you’ve been curious about it, feel free to reach out 🤍

04/25/2026

I had the chance to visit Pregnancy Resource Center of the Poconos and just wanted to share what a wonderful organization they are 🤍
They are truly there to support families with care, compassion, and resources when it’s needed most.

Thankful Thursday

We are so grateful to Senator Rosemary Brown for taking the time to visit the Pregnancy Resource Center of the Poconos last week. It was a privilege to share more about the services we offer and the families we serve. We deeply appreciated her willingness to listen, learn, and engage with our mission.

Thank you, Senator Brown, for the valuable resources and insight you provided to help us continue growing and serving our community well. We are truly thankful for the time you spent with us and for your support of life-affirming care in our region.

04/23/2026

This is a new program being offered by Mile One. It’s for expectant parents or parents with a child 6 months or less to receive a free car seat on May 19. Read the flyer. They must register and complete the training videos online before picking up the car seat.

Here is a link to register:
https://cloud.internal.mileone.com/safety-seat-events/register-lang?l=en&state=pa

04/21/2026

04/18/2026

Yes!!!

04/15/2026

You don’t need a “pain-free” birth to have a positive one.
But when your body feels safe…
when your breath stays steady…
when you understand what’s happening…
birth can feel very different than what you’ve been told 🤍
That’s the foundation of HypnoBirthing.

Dr. Vivian Keeler and I discuss how hypnobirthing empowers women to unlearn fear and reframe childbirth from a stressful medical procedure into a joyful, nat...

04/06/2026

Research shows that during pregnancy, many women experience a heightened need for emotional intimacy and connection. Hormonal shifts, particularly increases in oxytocin and progesterone, play a key role in influencing mood, bonding, and the desire for closeness with partners and loved ones.

Pregnancy is a period of profound physical and emotional change. As the body prepares to nurture new life, many women seek reassurance, affection, and understanding from their partners. This deeper emotional connection can provide comfort, reduce stress, and foster a sense of safety during a time of heightened vulnerability.

Studies indicate that strong emotional bonds during pregnancy not only support the mother’s mental well-being but can also positively impact the developing baby. Feeling loved and supported can lower stress hormones, promote relaxation, and create a healthier prenatal environment.

It’s important to recognize that every pregnancy is unique, and individual needs may vary. Open communication, empathy, and responsiveness from partners can make a meaningful difference.

The takeaway: pregnancy often amplifies the desire for emotional closeness. Nurturing connection and understanding can help mothers feel supported, reduce stress, and strengthen the bond between partners and their unborn child.

03/27/2026

I look at them and come back to why I do this work.

Not just for the births I’m supporting right now
but for what they will grow up seeing
what they will hear
what they will believe about their own bodies one day

For me, birth included a cesarean because of complete placenta previa.
And I’m deeply grateful for the care that brought her here safely.

That experience didn’t take me away from this work
it rooted me even deeper in it.

Because this has always been about more than one birth.

It’s about changing the way birth is seen and felt
so when it’s their turn
they walk into it with trust instead of fear 🤍

03/25/2026

If you’ve felt unusually depleted after having a baby, there may be a reason.

Not enough people talk about postpartum depletion.

During pregnancy and birth, your body gives an incredible amount to your baby — nutrients, energy, and constant care.

Then postpartum recovery begins while you’re:

• healing physically
• sleeping in short stretches
• adjusting to major hormone shifts
• possibly producing milk around the clock

It’s no surprise many mothers feel physically and emotionally depleted during the fourth trimester.

This doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong.

Your body has done something extraordinary — and it deserves time, nourishment, and support to rebuild.

Postpartum recovery isn’t about “bouncing back.”

It’s about replenishing what your body gave.

Sometimes that begins with small things — a warm meal, a moment of rest, a cup of tea while the house is quiet.

For the mothers here —
what helped you feel nourished during the postpartum weeks?

Lisa Wunner | Postpartum Doula
The Happy Mama Place

03/25/2026

Meet Lisa.

As a postpartum doula, the support she offers goes far beyond just being present.
It’s support you can feel in the way she shows up, responds, and helps you settle into those early days after baby arrives.

Lisa recently completed additional training in working with preemies,
because support doesn’t stop at birth and every baby deserves to be met with care that understands their unique start.

In this space, it’s not about doing more.
It’s about being prepared in the moments that count.

This is the kind of support families remember.

And when you reach out to The Happy Mama Place,
this is the level of care you can expect from our team.

If you’re expecting and want to feel supported, seen, and fully prepared for birth, I’m here. Message me anytime or tag a friend who might need this kind of care.