One of the things that causes new parents so much stress is lack of sleep. It can contribute to postpartum mood disorders, such as anxiety and depression. It can make parents question if they are doing a good job. I am sure you are, but in big life transitions (such...
As postpartum doulas and educators, we support families in feeding their babies in the ways that work best for their unique needs and circumstances. This article will address exclusive pumping, which is one method of feeding baby. Why Would I Choose Exclusive Pumping?...
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%...
Our three recents posts have focused on partners, and this month we are bringing it all together in a conversation about how doulas can show up for both partners. So often, the person who gave birth or the primary caregiver gets the bulk of the attention during the...
Our last blog was A Partner's Guide to Postpartum, and the one before that was all about how to support your partner as they are laboring and birthing. This month, we want to focus on you, the partner and what you need through the process. It can feel a little tough...
