by Allison | Dec 13, 2022 | Articles
The journey of becoming a parent is a massive one. We don’t say this to scare you, but, instead, to support you in honoring and normalizing the bigness of this transition. We all come to parenting in different ways, but one thing that I have observed to be true for...
by Allison | Oct 19, 2022 | Articles
Across the years, many clients have asked about collecting colostrum, so I decided to write an introductory article about it. As a postpartum doula, I can help families access information and resources, as well as do some triaging and problem-solving questions they...
by Allison | Aug 29, 2022 | Articles
If you’re preparing to bring a new sibling into the family, an important part of your postpartum planning will be centered on the older children’s needs. Furthermore, your adjustment home with the new baby will involve navigating a range of different needs and...
by Allison | May 27, 2022 | Articles
Did you know that the doula profession is unregulated and that licensing and certification are not required? This means that folks come to this work from all walks of life and with a wide range of lived experience and training. Generally speaking, people who become...
by Allison | Apr 1, 2022 | Articles
As a postpartum doula, we are happy and honored to support your wishes for feeding your baby. Parents who are chest or breastfeeding often ask, “How can I build my milk supply?!” In this article, we will offer tips and ideas for supporting your milk supply along your...