Doulas of Raleigh

11/21/2025

With the holidays coming up, everyone’s thinking about food, but what about solid foods for your baby? If you’re wondering whether it’s time, here are a few helpful tips:

How old is your baby?
The recommends waiting until 6 months to introduce solids.

Is your baby ready? Look for readiness cues:
✨ Sitting up with good head control
✨ Diminished tongue-thrust reflex
✨ Showing interest in food

How to start? Start small! Breastmilk or formula is still their main source of nutrition. Offer tiny tastes of fruits or veggies, perfect first foods.

What if your baby isn’t into it yet? That’s okay! Remember: food before one is just for fun. Keep offering small tastes and let them explore. They’ll get there 💙

11/20/2025

Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance 🏳️‍⚧️

Today we honor and remember the transgender individuals whose lives have been lost to anti-transgender violence🕯️

Doulas of Raleigh is committed to treating every human with dignity, respect, and compassion, always💙

11/19/2025

When you realize you have 2 labor doulas 💙

Doulas of Raleigh always pairs labor clients up with a team of two labor doulas. These labor doulas do two in-person prenatal meetings with clients and they do them together!

This way everyone is hearing all the same things at the same time and gives everyone a chance to develop a rapport with each other.

Contact us to get started with support from your Doulas of Raleigh doula team!

11/18/2025

✨The gift of doula support is truly invaluable ✨

If friends or family are asking what you’d love for the holidays, let them know you’d love doula support! Doulas of Raleigh offers gift certificates, making it easy for your loved ones to give a gift that truly matters 🎁

Email us at info@doulasofraleigh.com to purchase!

11/17/2025

Today is World Prematurity Day 🌍

A baby is considered to be premature, a “preemie,” if they are born before 37 weeks. Many preemies may need time in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) while they continue to develop breathing, blood sugar regulation, temperature regulation, and feeding skills.

Having a premature baby can feel overwhelming for many parents. Our postpartum doulas are a great resource to help reduce that feeling of overwhelm and help you build your confidence💙

Sending big hugs to all those preemie families today!

11/14/2025

Carrot Fertility offers family-building benefits to employees around the world, including coverage for labor and postpartum doula support 🥕

Do you qualify for Carrot reimbursement benefits? Find out by visiting our latest blog post!

11/14/2025

Carrot Fertility offers family-building benefits to employees around the world, including coverage for labor and postpartum doula support 🥕

Do you qualify for Carrot reimbursement benefits? Find out by visiting our latest blog post!

Carrots and doulas don’t usually go together in the same sentence so you might be wondering why people keep talking about veggies and hiring a doula. Well, let me explain. We’re talking about a different kind of carrot here - Carrot Fertility, which is a company that provides fertility and other...

11/13/2025

Did you know doulas are for dads, too?

Your doula can answer your questions during labor, give tips on supporting your partner, and offer reassurance whenever you need it postpartum. We want you to trust yourself and your instincts 💙

11/12/2025

All of our classes are packed with valuable evidence-based information 📘

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASS
📅 Saturday, December 13
🕒 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Doulas of Raleigh

NEWBORN CARE CLASS
📅 Saturday, December 13
🕒 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Doulas of Raleigh

Learn practical skills, ask questions, and build confidence before your baby arrives! Sign up for our upcoming classes

11/11/2025

The holiday season is fast approaching! Are your postpartum boundaries ready? 💙🌲

As a parent, caregiver, or guardian, it’s okay to say no to gatherings, extra travel, or letting everyone handle your little one. Doulas of Raleigh understand that protecting your family’s health and well-being comes first.

So set those boundaries unapologetically, and trust that your needs are reason enough.

11/09/2025

Happy World Adoption Day 💙

If you are adopting a baby, know that you are warmly welcome at Doulas of Raleigh. Every new parent deserves support during those first weeks and months.

Join us for our next Newborn Care Class or arrange postpartum doula support as you bring your baby home. We would be honored to be part of your parenting journey✨

Newborn Care Class
📅 Saturday, December 13
🕒 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Doulas of Raleigh

11/07/2025

One of the common symptoms of pregnancy is morning sickness 🚽 🤢

We aren’t sure who said it can only happen in the morning - we are guessing people who have never been pregnant - because morning sickness can definitely happen any time of day.

Here are a few tips to help you manage “morning” sickness:

🍴Eat small meals frequently to help minimize nausea

🍬Suck on hard candy (peppermint, lemon, ginger, and cinnamon seem to be the best flavors)

👃 Avoid strong smells

🧊Try to stay hydrated. If you can’t keep water down, try drinking broth, ginger tea, or ginger ale. Eating ice chips may also be a good alternative.

If you need help beyond these recommendations, ask your care provider about over the counter medications and/or prescription medications.