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03/13/2026

Why doula support in the OR matters.

If this is not something you are passionate about, scroll on. 🫶

Cesarean mamas deserve support just as much as mamas who deliver vaginally.

These mamas deserve advocacy, a hand to hold if needed, and a listening ear when things don’t go as planned.

As a trained and certified doula, I have training in many different OR settings. But I am aware that not all doulas do. Which is why having working relationships with hospitals is so important. Having programs in place to help train doulas and educate them on safe OR practices is vital in covering support for ALL types of birth.

Doulas do not only have a place in vaginal birth! Thankful for the relationships I have built over the years and to finally see some change in our local L&D units very soon! 🤍✨

I’m behind the camera in this photo btw 😉

03/11/2026

✨ Preparing Your Partner for Labor ✨

Birth is a team effort, and your partner needs prep too.

Before labor, your partner should know this:
-labor can be long, & unpredictable.
-emotions may run high
-mama may go inward and not want to walk. That’s totally normal.

Your partner’s job is to remain calm. & be supportive in the intensity of labor.

Partners can advocate by:
-knowing your birth preferences ahead of time
-asking questions when something feels unclear
-requesting a moment for you both to talk before decisions are made
-helping protect the space (dim lights, fewer interruptions, calm voices).

And a gentle PSA 😉

Things not to say in labor:
“Just relax.”
“It can’t be that bad.”
“Are you sure this is labor?”

Instead try:
“You’re doing amazing.”
“I’m right here.”
“Breathe with me.”
“Tell me what you need.”

Support doesn’t require medical training — just presence, confidence, and love. 🤍

03/02/2026

✨ Did you know? ✨

Colostrum is breast milk 🤍

That thick, golden, sticky milk your body makes in the first few days? That’s not “pre-milk.” It’s real, powerful, nutrient-dense breast milk — perfectly designed for your newborn.

Colostrum is packed with antibodies, supports baby’s immune system, helps clear out that first p**p (meconium), and comes in small amounts because your baby’s tummy is tiny (about the size of a cherry 🍒).

Your body isn’t behind.
It isn’t failing.
It’s making exactly what your baby needs. 💛

02/27/2026

✨ Stage 4: Pushing ✨

You don’t have to push on your back unless there’s a medical reason. Your body was designed to birth upright and forward.

Positions to try:
• Hands and knees
• Squatting
• Side-lying
• Supported kneeling
• Birth stool
• Tug-of-war with a sheet
• Standing or lunging

Upright positions can help open the pelvis and use gravity to your advantage. Even if you hand an epidural, like this mama!

Listen to your body. Follow the urge. This is powerful, purposeful work — and you’re about to meet your baby. 🤍

02/24/2026

Today we are talking active labor!

✨ Stage 2: Active Labor ✨

Contractions get stronger, longer, and closer together. This is when labor feels real and requires focus.

Cervix: around 6–8cm.
Energy: more inward, less talkative.

💪 Coping techniques:
• Slow, deep breathing
• Low, open sounds (loose lips 😉)
• Counter pressure on hips or low back
• Swaying or slow dancing
• Changing positions often
• Dim lights + calm environment

This is where support matters most. You don’t have to be fearless — just supported. 🤍 Oh, and it’s hospital time!

02/23/2026

STAGES OF LABOR
This week I’m doing a mini series, taking you through each stage of labor. First up, Early labor.

✨ Stage 1: Early Labor ✨

This is the warm-up. Contractions may feel like strong period cramps, low back ache, or tightening that comes and goes. They’re usually irregular at first and gradually find a rhythm.

Cervix: beginning to thin and dilate (0–6cm).
Energy: you may feel excited, chatty, or ready to organize everything one last time 😉

💜 What to do at home:
• Rest (even if you can’t sleep, lay down & close your eyes)
• Eat nourishing food
• Hydrate
• Take a shower or bath
• Go for a walk
• Distract yourself

The goal? Conserve energy. This stage can last hours — sometimes longer for first babies. You are not in a rush. Let your body lead. 🤍

02/20/2026

✨ Did you know? ✨

Labor often starts at night 🌙

When it gets dark, your brain produces more melatonin — the hormone that helps you sleep. Melatonin actually works with oxytocin (the hormone that causes contractions), helping labor get started and build a steady rhythm.

Because of this, oxytocin levels also tend to be a bit higher during rest and sleep — which is one reason so many women wake up in labor in the middle of the night.

Less light.
More calm.
Hormones doing exactly what they were designed to do. 🤍

02/17/2026

We’re breaking through birth fears today 💥✨

Because Google at 2am isn’t always helpful 😅
Drop a fear in the comments and we’ll break it down with real info + reassurance. ✨

Let’s turn “what if?” into “I’ve got this.”

02/13/2026

Labor tip:
Release your jaw, unclench your first, relax your shoulders.
Tension slows labor—so chill, queen.

And yes… loose lips = loose lips 😉

The only thing that should be tight, is your birth team ✨

02/10/2026

Everyone needs a birth bestie 💁‍♀️🤍

A doula is the one who knows your birth plan and your comfort snacks. 🍪
Calm vibes, steady support, reassurance, and advocacy—through every contraction and curveball. 😌

Because birth is better with a bestie. 👯‍♀️

Interested in doula support? Message me!

02/06/2026

Epidurals are one of many tools available during labor. They can support rest, help ease tension if labor stalls, and protect mental and emotional well-being during an intense experience.

They aren’t all-or-nothing—doses can often be adjusted, and many people still use breathwork, movement, and partner support alongside them.

Choosing an epidural doesn’t take away from your birth. It doesn’t have to be about “natural vs medicated,” it’s about informed choices and what best supports you in the moment. 🤰

Beautiful moments can still come from a medicated birth 🤍

The more you know ✨

02/03/2026

Change can be bittersweet, and this season holds a lot of emotion for me. Balanced Babe Yoga will no longer be holding classes at the studio. While this wasn’t an easy decision, I truly believe this move is what’s best for the future of yoga offerings, our community, and class attendance.

I’m incredibly grateful for the time, energy, and love that has lived within these walls. This space has held so many meaningful moments, and while I’m saddened to close this chapter, I’m trusting the path forward.

I will still be in the studio through March 1st, and I would love to gather with you there before we move. We’ll continue Wellness Wednesday with Kefi Kanna in the evenings on February 11th and February 25th, offering space to slow down, reconnect, and share a few final evenings together in this space.

I also want to share that I will no longer be conducting Beautiful Births doula services out of the studio. I’m choosing to return to my roots—meeting families in their homes, where support can feel more personal, intimate, and grounded. This shift allows me to better serve birthing families in a way that aligns deeply with my heart and values.

After March 1st, Maggie Jarrett will be taking over the studio, and I know she will steward the space with care and intention. I encourage you to continue supporting her and all that is to come there.

Moving forward, I will be flowing at Pacha Studio in Rutherfordton. Pacha offers a welcoming, aligned space that supports growth and community, and I’m truly excited for this next chapter. I hope you’ll join me there and take time to check out everything Pacha has to offer.

Thank you for walking alongside me through change, growth, and trust. I can’t wait to continue practicing—and supporting families—together in this next season 🤍

— Rebekah

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Spindale, NC
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