by supportingher | Feb 24, 2020 | Tips for Labor and Birth
In my experience as a doula and childbirth educator, I have found that there are many incorrect beliefs in regard to exams of the cervix in late pregnancy and labor. For this reason, I have put together this list of the 10 things that all pregnant people should know...
by supportingher | Feb 10, 2020 | Postpartum
No matter what type of birth experience, vaginal or cesarean, there will be postpartum bleeding. When the placenta detaches from the wall of the uterus there exists an open wound. The majority of the bleeding that happens after birth come from this wound site. In...
by supportingher | Jan 27, 2020 | Tips for Labor and Birth
Vaginal Exams are a common procedure during labor and birth, but I have found that they aren’t always understood. We have some great suggestions on how to support your partner while they are having an exam, but first it’s important to get some background...
by supportingher | Jan 14, 2020 | Labor Induction
Waiting to go into labor can be challenging. When the estimated due date comes and goes on the calendar and you are still pregnant, you and/or your care provider might consider induction of labor. However, other providers and families decide to wait for labor to...
by supportingher | Dec 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
As a doula and childbirth educator, I have heard from many people that the process of timing contractions is confusing. However, it’s a skill that is quite useful in labor. Many OB/GYNs and midwives recommend timing contractions and leaving for the hospital or birth...
