I will just start right off the bat by saying you’re a wonderful mother. You, yes YOU, the one reading this article. And no, this is not another heartfelt opinion blog asking us to stop the “mommy wars” and all just get along because I think the “mommy wars” are almost entirely mythical. They were…
So you’ve decided to hire a doula? Great! Here in Utah we are blessed with many wonderful and professional doulas. But how do you find one? A good one! I have learned over the years that not all doulas are created alike. MANY are professional, dedicated, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. However some are over-confident, unprofessional, overbearing,…
So you are planning to get an epidural for your upcoming birth? Great! Epidurals are the most common medical pain relief option used in labor and nationwide they are used in about 65% of births. Here in Utah where I practice as a doula that rate is even higher at more than 80%. Epidurals work…
As a doula in Utah I work with a lot of young families who are looking for creative ways to “do baby on a budget.” I love saving money and I have found that babies needs much less to be happy then we might think. Many “essential” baby items sit collecting dust and many expecting…
Can birth really be totally free of pain? In my opinion the answer is no! Nope, sorry to be the bearer of bad news, a Debbie Downer if you will, but I don’t believe that most women can or will experience a labor and birth free from pain. I’m writing this because it’s a question…
You don’t often hear about miscarriage in a positive light. In fact you don’t often hear about miscarriage in ANY light. The conversations are happening more, but still too few and far between, considering that 1 in 4 women will be affected by miscarriage at some point in their life. I love that more attention…