Blog at North East Doulas in Greenwich, Fairfield, Westchester and NYC
Navigating Postpartum Depression with your Postpartum Doula
Postpartum depression (PPD) can be an incredibly difficult and complex experience for new moms. It can leave you feeling overwhelmed,
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5 Reasons Your Labor Nurse Cannot Be Your Doula
A labor nurse must remain objective and impartial to care for the whole unit—mother, baby, and family—whereas a doula is
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Doula NYC Tips: Snacks for your Hospital Bag | What to Eat during Labor
When you’re expecting, having a well-stocked hospital bag is essential. One of the most important items in your bag should
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Doula NYC Tips: The Key to Better Sleep When You Have a New Baby
Welcome to Doula NYC! As a new parent, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed with the responsibilities and demands of caring for
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What to Know About Your First Menses After Birth
Becoming a mom for the first time is one of life’s most exciting and daunting journeys. One of the many
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Baby Refusing Bottle? Try These Northeast Doulas Tips!
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, breastfeeding is good for both the baby AND you! While the
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Labor Doula Tips: Ways to Relieve Morning Sickness During Pregnancy
If you’re pregnant and in your first trimester, you might start feeling some soreness in your chest area. Not only
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Seven Nutrition Tips By Northeast Doulas For a Healthy Pregnancy
If you’re currently pregnant and craving for a box of cereals or a bag of chips… STOP! We get it,
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Labor Doula Tips: Breastfeeding Problems and How to Fix Them
Breastfeeding, scientifically, is the best way for your baby to be fed. However, even if it’s a natural process, it
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Reasons To Hire Northeast Doulas If You Plan To Have An Epidural
Let’s get one thing out of the way: giving birth naturally is not easy, can last a long time, and
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Birth Trauma? Here’s How Northeast Doulas Can Help
Trauma is a word usually associated with violence, war, disasters, conflict, loss, or major accidents. These have lasting psychological, emotional,
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Labor Doula Tips: Keep Mother and Baby Together After Delivery
You have cared for and literally carried your baby in your belly for nearly nine months. With birth and delivery
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