When to Take Childbirth Classes

Childbirth education classes are an important component as you prepare to give birth. Most birthwork professionals recommend taking childbirth education classes in the third trimester of your pregnancy. This way the information is at the forefront of your mind when the time comes for you to have your baby! If you take the class too … Read more

Postpartum Doulas

Baby clothes

What does a postpartum doula do? Many people expecting a new baby or in birth work know essentially what a birth doula is and what they do. But you may be wondering; what is a postpartum doula? What is their function, and do I need one? In this article I am going to provide the … Read more

Doula vs Midwife: Similarities and Differences

swaddling newborn baby

What is the difference between a doula and a midwife There are many similarities between a doula and a midwife. They both assist in prenatal, perinatal and postnatal care of birthing people. Both doulas and midwives are present during labor and delivery to support the laboring person and assist them in any way they can. … Read more

What is a doula?

Baby hand on what is a doula

While birth can be a magical and spiritual experience, it also can bring a lot of fear and anxiety for some. Whether you have given birth before, or this is your first time. Whether you plan on having a non-medicated birth, or a cesarean section, a home birth, or hospital birth it can be comforting … Read more