Birthing Bravely Doula Services

11/05/2025

11/04/2025

One thing I was not prepared for after experiencing birth trauma was the “sundown scaries.”

That moment when the light starts to fade, and your nervous system signals that it’s time to panic. When the overwhelming dread starts to sink in and the night seems forever long in front of you.

For me, this feeling was magnified in the ICU. When evening came, the monitors beeped louder, the hallway got quieter, and every shadow felt heavier. Fewer staff, dim lights, and so much time to think. The “what ifs” were relentless. My body was fighting to survive, and my mind was trying to make sense of it all. The sundown scaries didn’t just show up, they consumed me.

Many new parents experience a rise in anxiety as evening approaches, regardless of birth trauma. Hormone changes, exhaustion hitting after a long day, fewer distractions, the pressure of nighttime feeds, and the worry about another unpredictable night, it’s a lot for any nervous system to handle.

For birth trauma survivors, we also see this is where their trauma symptoms may ramp up. The quiet time alone can lead to rumination, flashbacks and intrusive memories. These hours are the perfect breeding ground for trauma to take hold.

If you’ve ever felt your chest tighten at sunset or noticed dread creeping in as you switch from day to night, you’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.

Your feelings make sense. Your body is working hard to protect you. And you deserve support at all time of day.

I’d love to hear your experience with this as I know there were so many thoughts when we covered this in our stories last week 🩷

11/03/2025

🎉 Birthday Month Special! 🎉

In celebration of my birthday month, I’m offering $200 off my full doula support package for any clients who book in November! 💕

This package includes:
🤰 2 prenatal meetings to discuss your birth plan and provide personalized education
📱 Unlimited text and phone support throughout your pregnancy
👶 Continuous, in-person labor support when your big day arrives
🏡 A postpartum visit (if desired) to help you settle in and feel supported after birth

If you’ve been considering having a doula by your side for your birth journey, now’s the perfect time to book and save!
✨ Offer valid for bookings made during November.

Message me or comment below for more details or to reserve your spot. Let’s make your birth experience calm, confident, and supported. 💗

10/20/2025

Little Errand Buddy - Poems of Parenting

09/23/2025

Oktoberfest parade 2025 is Saturday October 4th... who wants to ride on the float or walk with us this year?! The parade starts around 1:30 p.m. so you'd need to be there by 1:00 PM. Email seymourpride@gmail.com to be on the list and specify if you cannot walk as riding spots are limited. Now more than ever it is important for us to stay strong and be in solidarity as we show up and represent the local LGBTQIA+ community! They cannot erase us or silence us... we exist and we are citizens of the community who deserve to be a part of these big events! So if you are queer or an ally to us, PLEASE join us!

09/21/2025

mood 😅

09/21/2025

I have so many resources and tips for mamas with GD— I went through it myself 😅

Just remember that yes, you may be predisposed to it, but there is nothing you did wrong to get this diagnosis. The placenta does a whole host of wonky things to your existing organs, and GD can be completely manageable 🥰

09/14/2025

I fell prey to the influencer hospital bags when it was my time 😅 I love helping clients pare down their bags to what is actually needed. Snacks—the answer is snacks.

09/09/2025

I still use my comb when doing something uncomfortable! One of the most effective tools I used during my labor as well 🙌

Did you know your brain can’t process two strong sensations at once? 🧠✨

That’s the idea behind Gate Control Theory of pain. When you grip a BIRTH COMB during contractions, the teeth press into acupressure points in your hand. This sensation “competes” with the pain signals from contractions, helping your brain turn down the volume on labor pain. 🪮💛

It’s natural, portable, and one of the simplest tools you can pack in your birth bag!

👇 Comment COMB and I’ll send you the link to get yours.