CalmBirth of Raleigh

04/17/2026

"The estimation of a baby’s size via ultrasound is inaccurate. The complications associated with big babies may reflect care provider fear and practice. International guidelines do not recommend induction for a suspected big baby. Women need to be given this information before agreeing to an ultrasound scan aimed at estimating the size of their baby. Once the ‘big baby’ label is applied it cannot be removed and may alter the birth experience and outcome."

This sweet Babe was over 11lbs, born at home safely.

https://midwifethinking.com/2019/09/02/big-babies-the-risk-of-care-provider-fear/

Midwife CalmBirth of Raleigh
Photo CalmBirth of Raleigh

04/16/2026

✨What a beautiful photo! ❤️
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04/03/2026

🔥 While hiring a doula may seem like a recent trend in birthing, doulaing itself is a very ancient practice — and one that virtually all non-industrialized countries still honor.

Recent studies have concluded that having a doula does improve birth outcomes but what does a doula do?

They'll be your advocate throughout pregnancy and labor.
♥️They can shorten the length of labor.
♥️They're trained in natural pain management techniques.
♥️They can reduce the chance of a C-section.
♥️They also help with adjusting to postpartum life.
♥️They aim to empower new mothers.

🔥 Message me for info! I also give virtual support!

Read more here: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-21236/why-a-doulas-worth-the-money.html

Here is some of the research/peer reviewed articles regarding the use of a doula:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23076901
https://ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/full/10.2105/AJPH.2012.301201

04/02/2026

🔥 What helped you while you were in labor/giving birth? What was your favorite positions? Tell us about your birth!?! I needed silence and to be alone a lot!

04/01/2026

✨ Fear Release for Birth ✨
There goes all fear you hold about giving birth.
The birth will be perfect.

There goes all fear you hold about healing. You will heal beautifully

There goes all fear you hold about not being a good mother.
You will be enough.

There goes all fear of never being creative again.
You have a deep well of creativity within your soul.

There goes the deepest, most private fears you have about giving birth.

You will be enough.
You will be enough.
You are strong enough.

Message me to see how I can serve you during your birth.

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03/29/2026

🤰Physical Support ~ Emotional support~ Information and Advocacy are the beginning building blocks of Doula Work.

This time before birth is to prepare,nurture and be informed about what is to take place!

Labor support ~ Partner support~ Birth memories are the foundation that builds a beautiful birth experience ♥️

Ask me how I can best support you in during your birth!

03/28/2026

♥️Message me for info!
😊 Spaces are filling in!

03/28/2026

🛑 April is C-section Awareness Month.

Honestly… is a C-section really “easy”?

This image shows just some of the layers a mother’s body goes through
Skin. Fat. Fascia. Muscle. Peritoneum. Uterus.

Layer by layer… to bring a baby safely into the world.

And then she’s expected to get up, care for her baby, and recover at the same time.

That’s not the easy way out.
That’s strength. Real strength.

Your birth mattered.
Your experience counts.
And your scar tells a story.

Are you c-section mama ?

Share this for the mamas whose births deserve more respect ❤️
RepostThe Breastmilk Queen - Amy McGlade

03/28/2026

✨ The power of touch.
✨Of waiting.
✨Of letting the parent reach down and touch their baby, guide their baby, greet their baby.

♥️This is a profound moment in time, and in most cases...it doesn't need to be rushed or forced.

Repost Monet Nicole - Birthing Stories

02/21/2026

“Saw this on Instagram and needed to share here-

When I think about breastfeeding, I think about my baby's little face looking up at me. The cuddles. The way they relax into my breast. The bonding. The closeness.

I don't usually sit there thinking about the science of it all.

But sometimes it hits me... my breasts literally make milk. 😳 Like literally make MILK!!

When my baby latches, nerves in my ni**le send a message to my brain. My brain releases prolactin to make milk and oxytocin to let it flow. A tiny human suckles... and my body responds. In real time.

My brain and my breasts are in constant communication. My baby cries, and sometimes I can feel it before they even touch me.

It's not just sweet. It's not just emotional.

It's biological. It's intelligent. It's my body adapting, responding, producing exactly what my baby needs.

I'm not just holding my baby.
I'm feeding them with something my body created.

And that will never stop amazing me. 🥹😭”

Repost The Breastmilk Queen - Amy McGlade

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Photo created by: .articular
(Not a real photo)

01/23/2026

10/23/2025

When you birth not just one little human naturally but TWO!!! What a superstar!!! 💪✨

Image by IAPBP member from Brisbane, QLD Australia.

The Collins Life ♥️♥️