All of our blog posts relevant to birth.
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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If you’ve ever heard someone mention their doula and found yourself wondering, “What exactly does a doula do?” you’re not alone. The word “doula” often conjures up an image of a mystical guide to all things birth and baby, but we’re here to set the record straight (and maybe add a sprinkle of magic along
What Is a Doula (and Why You Might Want One)? Read More »
Feeling prepared and ready for your baby’s arrival can give you some peace of mind. Packing the hospital bag is one step to getting ready for your big day! For some expecting families, everything will be packed and ready before week 37, when you are considered “full-term”. If you normally like to procrastinate and fly
Hospital Checklist: Preparing for the Big Day! Read More »
Has your doctor or midwife brought up the possibility of having an induction with you? There are several reasons why an induction may be indicated, from being overdue, to having a health condition that makes it safer for you and your baby to deliver earlier. While it’s not essential to have an epidural if you
Induction and Epidural Tips Read More »
Gone are the days of dropping the labouring mom off at the hospital and Dad waiting for the news that all was well and his new baby was here. Not only are Dads and Partners expected to be in the birth room, but they are also expected to support moms during an experience that they
Dads, Partners, and Labour Read More »
I am often asked about birth plans by the couples in our classes and by my doula and coaching clients. If you don’t know, a birth plan is something that women and their partners write about what they hope will occur during their labour, what they hope to avoid, and anything else they feel is
Questions and fears about labour pain are what I hear most often from doula clients, coaching clients and couples in my childbirth classes. I am not going to lie. Labour can be painful. How painful? Well, that depends. There is a wide variety of pain perceptions and stories about pain levels in labour. Your baby’s
How Painful is Labour? Read More »
Because birth is such a transformative experience, some trepidation is normal and to be expected. However, in our current media culture, birth is portrayed as a medical emergency and used as a way to increase TV show ratings. This turns normal trepidation into fear, which is further exasperated when people tell you birth horror stories
6 Steps to Overcome Your Birth Fears Read More »
Affirmations can be a powerful and helpful tool to prepare for and during birth. They can keep you feeling positive, motivated, and resilient, especially during moments of uncertainty. I use them often with both my doula and COACHING clients. If using affirmations feels like it could be useful for you, I have some helpful guidelines that
Affirmations for Birth Read More »
Are you planning a drug-free birth? Or are you hoping to delay pain medications as long as possible during labour? Then check out our handy birth tool kit for rent: the ‘Birth Box”. Included in the Birth Box are essential items for pain relief during labour such as a “Rebozo Scarf”, a TENS machine, massage
The Birth Box – Everything you need for a drug free labour in one box! Read More »
