Tag: Doula
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Comfort Measures: Natural Ways to Manage Pain
Getting ready to have a baby is exciting! But you might be wondering how you’ll feel during labor. Some mothers choose medication to help with the pain, but there are a lot of natural ways to make yourself more comfortable while you’re in labor. Let’s explore some of them!
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Communicating Your Concerns: A Doula’s Guide for Expectant Parents
Communication is one of the most powerful tools you have during pregnancy and childbirth. Talking openly and honestly with your OB provider and doula can truly make a difference in your birth experience. Click to learn some helpful tips.
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How Do I Explain My Doula to My Family?
The idea of having a doula attend your birth may be new to you, your partner, and your family. You may want a doula at your birth, but you may not be sure about how she is going to fit in with the rest of your pregnancy and birth plans. Read on to learn more…
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Meet a Mae Doula: Angelene Love
“I do this because… it is what I was called to do and where I was placed to be. Black women and children are dying and if I can help to save at least one life my purpose is fulfilled.” Meet Angelene Love, a Mae doula who is on the ground in Belleville, Michigan raising…
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The 5 Keys to Postpartum Healing
Childbirth affects every part of your body. You change on all levels and it takes time to heal and recover. It can be overwhelming at times when you’re adjusting to life with a new baby, dealing with sleep deprivation, and trying to figure out how to care for your little one. 5 key areas are…
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What is a Postpartum Doula and Why You Might Need One
If you’re pregnant or planning to have a baby, you’ve probably heard of a doula. A birth doula is a trained professional who provides emotional and physical support to a birthing person during labor and delivery. But have you heard of a postpartum doula? A postpartum doula is a trained, certified professional who comes to…
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Vaginal vs. C-section Recovery: How Will Your Postpartum Differ?
Your postpartum period will look different depending on how you deliver your baby. Doula Kelli Blinn is sharing some things to expect as you heal.
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Black Pregnancy and Doula Care: Why It’s More Important Than Ever
Doulas can help you create a birth plan, provide comfort measures during labor, advocate for you with medical staff, and support you during the postpartum period. Their goal is to ensure you have the best birth experience possible on your own terms.
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ICYMI: Mae’s Clinical Director, Dr. Michelle Owens Drops Some Knowledge on Diabetes
Good news – according to Dr. Owens, most people diagnosed with gestational diabetes will experience it as a pregnancy-related phenomenon. In case you missed Mae’s Clinical Director on IG, read on for more on how to stay vigilant about your pregnancy health.
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ICYMI: Pelvic Floor 101 with Rachel Nicks
Pelvic Floor Health is so important – both during pregnancy and postpartum, and beyond. We sat down with Rachel Nicks of Birth Queen to discuss proper pelvic floor engagement.