People often ask us, “What qualities make a great doula?” It’s a wonderful question—and one that doesn’t have a simple answer. Many people assume the best doulas are the ones who have given birth themselves, have children, or have always dreamed of working with babies. While those experiences may shape someone’s perspective, they aren’t what […]
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What Every Expectant Parent Needs to Know About the Swab and Treatment Important Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog post is for general educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider (obstetrician, midwife, or family doctor) for personalized guidance regarding your health, pregnancy, and specific medical
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Many aspiring doulas are not sure if they should focus on offering birth or postpartum doula services. The truth is, there’s no right or wrong decision in which area to focus on. Both roles are incredibly rewarding, both make a meaningful difference in the lives of families, and both require unique skills. The best choice
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Whether you’ve always been passionate about pregnancy and birth, supported a loved one through labour, or simply feel called to help growing families, becoming a doula can be an incredibly rewarding career. The good news is that there are many pathways into the profession. Here’s what you should know before getting started. What Is a
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GUEST BLOG POST FROM OUR DOULA, JESS MARTINSON When you picture giving birth, what comes to mind?Some imagine being at home, surrounded by dim lights and their closest people. Others feel safest in a hospital, with a trusty nurse by their side. Both settings can be beautiful—it all depends on your needs, your pregnancy, your
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Can You Become a Doula if You’ve Never Had Children? This is a question we get often. The short answer? Absolutely. In fact, some of the incredible doulas that have been part of our team have never been pregnant or given birth themselves. While having personal birth or parenting experience can certainly provide one perspective,
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Everything You Want to Know About Postpartum Doula Support Becoming a parent is one of the biggest transitions of your life — and while everyone talks about preparing for birth, the postpartum chapter can catch families off guard. This is where a postpartum doula comes in. Below, we’re answering the most common questions parents ask
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We wanted to create a training certification program that would fill the gaps and better prepare new doulas for the realities of this work. Truly, we created the program we wish we’d had when we first became doulas. Our story didn’t begin with creating a certification program. It began years earlier, as two doulas passionate
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What It Is, How It Happens, and What You Can Do Newborn jaundice is common. Understanding how it works, how it’s detected, and how it’s managed can help you feel prepared and more confident as a parent. What Is Jaundice? Jaundice occurs when a baby’s blood has a higher level of bilirubin than usual —
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Pregnancy comes with a lot of excitement — and often, a long list of tests. You may hear terms like “nuchal translucency” or “GBS swab” and wonder what they actually mean for you and your baby. At Balancing Birth to Baby, we believe that knowledge = confidence. Here’s your trimester-by-trimester guide to the most common
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