When stress is caused by uncertainty in the world, new parenting can feel extra challenging. This blog shares some tips on navigating these times.
Do I Need a Postpartum Doula?
Learn from past clients how postpartum doula support impacted their experience as new parents.
Postpartum Doulas Do That?
As a doula, I provide informational, emotional, and practical support to new parents, and those are broad categories with lots of room for flexibility in terms of what your family needs. Let’s talk about your needs!
Tips for New Grandparents: Supporting Your Growing Family
Becoming a grandparent is an unmatched experience. You’re in a unique role to offer help and support to new parents, and this blog shares some tips to do so with understanding and love.
Maternal Mental Health: Where to Turn for Help
If you are, or think you might be, experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, help is available. This blog outlines some resources that can offer support during pregnancy or your postpartum period.
How to Feed Yourself as a New Parent: Tips from a Postpartum Doula
As a new parent, finding time to eat can be a challenge. This blog shares some ideas for quick and easy snacks to keep you nourished through the day and night.
Packing List for Traveling with Your Baby
Traveling with a baby can be both exciting and stressful. This blog post will help you feel confident for your trip with a packing list for baby items you may need.
Supporting Families as a Surrogacy Doula
Families growing through surrogacy, and the gestational carriers who are part of their experiences, deserve dedicated, compassionate support. Read more about how a surrogacy doula can support you through this process.
Hospital Bag Packing List: Recommendations from a Postpartum Doula
Packing a few items in your hospital bag will make your birthing experience a little more comfortable. Read more for a full packing list from a St. Louis postpartum doula.
Recommended Books for Pregnancy, Early Parenthood, Breastfeeding, and Returning to Work
Learn more about pregnancy, breastfeeding, and parenting books recommended by a St. Louis postpartum doula.
A Trimester-by-Trimester Guide to Baby Preparations
As you prepare to meet your baby, this list will guide you through tasks that you can accomplish in each trimester.
Guest Blog: 6 Reasons Every Birthing Person Should Have a Postpartum Physical Therapy Evaluation (other than the fact that you simply deserve it!)
Pelvic floor physical therapy is an important component of postpartum recovery. Read more from Dr. Savannah Carlson, a St. Louis-based physical therapist.
Holidays With A Newborn
When you have a newborn, the holiday season can feel extra stressful. Here are some tips from a postpartum doula to manage logistics and leave room for joy.
Parenting After Infertility
Welcoming a new baby after experiencing infertility can bring a wide range of feelings and emotions. This blog shares tips and insights on navigating your postpartum period.
If I Have Family Nearby, Do I Need a Postpartum Doula?
Families often wonder if they need support from a postpartum doula if they have family nearby. This blog outlines how doulas and relatives each bring their own unique skills and roles to help a new family.
Interacting with Your Newborn: Tips from a Postpartum Doula
Learn some tips on how to interact with your newborn, including reading and singing together, going for walks, and introducing some age-appropriate toys.
Navigating the Evolution of Friendships As a New Mom
As a new mom, friendships will naturally evolve. Read more for tips from a postpartum doula on maintaining old friendships and making new friends.
Practical Tips from a Postpartum Doula for Preparing to Welcome Your Baby: Meal Prep and Stocking Up on Essentials
Doing a little meal preparation and stocking up on household essentials can ease the transition of welcoming home your new baby.
A Postpartum Doula's Favorite Baby Products
Check out this guide from a postpartum doula to find the most useful and helpful baby products!
Building the Perfect Team for Postpartum Support
Building a postpartum support team can help ease the transition into parenthood. Read more for ideas on important services and providers for your early months with your newborn.