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Knock It Off… A Doula is a Doula, A Nurse is a Nurse! | Doula Baby Nurse

Doula, a Greek word used to describe a non-medical support person for laboring women. Registered Nurse RN, a medical professional who has graduated from a nursing

OOOPS… I FARTED!

Oooops, I farted??? When did I lose control over my ability to make a fart completely disappear before it ever

Juggling Baby and Toddler Care Effortlessly

Cirque de Supermom; the juggling act of newborn and toddler care with effortless ease. As graceful as you might be

A Doula and An Activist Walk Into a Bar…

The bartender says to the activist, “what can I get you?” The activist replies, “Water. I don’t drink anything but

‘Twas The Night Before Christmas…

Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house,ALL the creatures were stirring but NO Mom and NO spouse.Earlier

Does Pregnancy Make You Horny? | Pregnancy Facts

Are you a get on me or a get off me kinda girl during pregnancy? Is that too bold of

What’s Shakin’???

The “shakes” are a symptom associated with labor and the early postpartum period and are NOT often discussed or addressed

Birth Avengers Need Not Apply!

There are many reasons why women come to doula work. Most people find birth to be either absolutely awe inspiringly,

Free Delivery; Judgment Free, That Is

“Judgement free? Can I write that on my birth plan? I just don’t know how I will act when I am

Can My Husband Be My Doula?

We are often asked the question, “Can my husband be my doula?” And while we would like to be agreeable…

Are You Sleeping? Are You Sleeping….

~ It’s 2am. I have to pee. I’m not pregnant. I haven’t had a sip of anything since 6pm. I

5 Reasons That Music Comforts Us During Labor

1) Music is familiar. Making a playlist of songs that you know well, to listen to during labor can be