Active labor is an intense time during childbirth. Learn strategies and coping techniques to incorporate into your labor. Whether you want an epidural or are planning to go without pain medication, these are useful tools to aid in a more comfortable and relaxing childbirth experience.

Back Labor: What is it and what can we do to manage it? Preparing for labor is a topic I love to discuss as a birth doula, and coming up with strategies to manage, prevent, and overcome back labor is no joke!

Cervical exams are a common tool healthcare providers use to asses labor, however, there are many drawbacks to these practices. Outside of comfort, subjectivity in these exams is a major concern. Read on to see how you can advocate for yourself and learn about cervical exam subjectivity to prepare for your labor and birth journey.

What is Pitocin, how is it used in labor, and the myths about its intensity are all covered in this blog post. Learn how to enhance your natural Oxytocin and why Pitocin may be needed medically.

Learn about pain relief methods to use in labor, both medical and non-medical. There are so many ways to reduce pain, eliminate it, and stay comfortable while you are bringing your baby into the world.

How to reduce your fears around labor and birth with three easy steps! Fears regarding childbirth are totally normal and ever present in our society. Let us help you alleviate this burden and birth with more confidence and less fear! Read on to find out how…

Epidurals can provide magical and euphoric pain relief, but there is so much unknown. Dive deeper into what getting an epidural looks and feels like AND learn some great tips for making the most out of your labor with an epidural.

What does early labor look like? Unfortunately, there is not a straightforward answer. Labor looks differently for everyone, but we can prepare for the variations that may come. Gain confidence in how your labor will play out by checking out this blog post!

Understanding birth as a safe, normal, and instinctual process can transform the way you birth. Learn how your body and your baby are designed to birth safely and naturally. Train your breathing, create your environment, and protect your muscles for an easier, painless birth experience.

What does favorable birth positioning even mean? The way you move and relax throughout pregnancy can play a role in how your baby is sitting in the womb. It can also influence how your labor and birth unfolds.

Hypnobirthing, what? If you have never heard of hypnobirthing get ready for a total mind flip! Gentle and calm births, bringing babies into the world with instincts, meditations, visualizations, and a whole lot of deep breathing. Hypnobirthing brings your physiology front and center!

How can you make labor more fun and less painful? Follow these 5 easy principles to make the most out of your childbirth experience. Childbirth is about using your love and energy to bring a child into the world, let’s make the road to get there filled with joy, laughter, love, and calm energy.

Are you nervous for your drive to the hospital while in labor? Don’t worry, this is a common fear for many families. Read on for the three best tips that will make the journey more smooth, calm, and enjoyable.

7 Key topics to discuss at the interview with your birth doula. Learn important questions, ideas, and topics to talk to your potential doula about. Get the vital information that will help you find the perfect fit for your family and how you would like to birth!

What does hiring a birth doula look like? This blog post will take you through what to expect through the hiring phase AND will give you an idea of what it looks like to work with a birth doula.

How do you prepare your beloved furry children for the arrival of your human child? Read on for tips and tricks that will have the whole pack calm and ready to meet the newest member of the family.

Find the birth doula match that will hold your hand through this transformational time! Learn what questions to ask and things to consider while you are looking for a birth doula to support you. Your birth doula match is out there, let’s dive in on how to find her.

How can the tools in my doula bag help you? What do you need to pack in your hospital bag to stay comfortable and confident throughout your labor?

Midwife vs. Birth Doula.

Do they work together? Should I hire one over the other? Learn what both groups do and how they can support you on your journey through pregnancy, labor, and birth.

How do you know when you should hire a birth doula? When do they start supporting you? Here, we discuss the best time to secure a doula, but no fret, there are tons of doulas out there if you want to hire someone last minute.