This month, instead of our more typical informational blog, I wanted to slow down and check-in with my community. How are you holding up? What is feeling so hard? What is feeling “normal”? What is feeling surprisingly easy? Personally, I’ve had a lot on my mind. In...
So much of what you have read and planned for in preparation for your immediate postpartum period may be starting to feel irrelevant or even impossible due to COVID-19. The postpartum period is about bonding with baby, healing after birthing, and adjusting to life...
Why Should Create a Postpartum Plan? As a birthing person, you and your family spend so much time preparing for labor and birth. And this is time well spent! That said, the postpartum period deserves time, energy, and attention too. A lot of new parents share with us...
Are You Called to Work With Babies and Families? It makes me happy to see new parents feeling confident! As a postpartum doula, I have the honor of supporting growing families as they adjust to and celebrate their new “normal.” Postpartum doulas are so needed-- and...
Have you wondered what a postpartum doula actually does? People sometimes ask why we charge so much and how we spend our time. In this article, I am giving you a behind the scenes look at my typical day as a postpartum doula. (I enjoy working overnights....
New baby + holidays = A LOT. Right?! Over the years, clients have shared how “overwhelmed,” “overplanned,” and “exhausted” they are during this time of year. Family and social pressures are piled on thick, and you are still adjusting to life with your newborn. Here at...
As winter approaches, you might be thinking about how to keep your baby free from illnesses and viruses. Austin Baby Guru recommends the following 6 commonsense, easy to execute ways of protecting your baby's health during cold and flu season. 6 Easy Ways to Protect...
As both a doula and a trainer of doulas, I’m often asked, “How do you pick a doula?” In this article, you’ll find 8 steps to finding the best doula for you. Yes, the process can be somewhat tedious, but the outcome-- finding a support person who you feel 100%...
It's June, and vacation time is finally upon us! I have gotten several questions lately about flying with babies. Here are some of my top tips for making plane travel more comfortable for both baby and you, as well as those you're sharing the plane with! 1. When...
Check out our favorite online resources & apps for new parents! Tracking apps help new parents to keep detailed notes of baby's feeding and sleeping schedules. This information can come in handy in the early days, when you're unsure if baby's getting enough to...
Last month, we wrote about how partners can support during labor and birth, and this month, we are discussing partner support during postpartum. We love for partners to feel empowered in their role. We also acknowledge that this transition is a big one, which means...
No matter where or how your family is birthing, there are many ways that partners can provide invaluable support during labor and birth. This article is meant to offer ideas, encouragement, and options for you to explore with your partner (ideally, before labor), so...
