New parenthood is fraught with its ups and downs, laughter and tears, trial and error. I have lived through my own. Now I am lucky enough to participate in many... read more →
Postpartum Planning You are pregnant! Yay! Let the planning begin. You will get online and start reading about all the things you will need to do to prepare for the... read more →
After I end my postpartum doula services with a client, I ask them if they would be willing to provide me with a testimonial of my services and how it... read more →
It was the summer of 2002 when I found out I was pregnant with our first child, a boy. I was over the moon. It took my husband and I... read more →
Today continues my series "Yea or Nay?". Working as a postpartum doula in the Cleveland area, I have had many clients that wish they had known about issues they must... read more →
As a postpartum doula in the Cleveland area, I have worked with many clients over the years. Many of the conversations with those parents revolves around what they wish they... read more →
Part of the job description of a postpartum doula is educating and empowering our clients to make decisions through evidence based research. Many parents, including myself, spent much time researching... read more →
Dear New Mom's Friend or Family, I love when my friends, family and clients have babies! What's not to love? They are cute and squishy bundles. I would love to... read more →
I posted on Facebook that I was finishing up my paperwork for my Newborn Massage Instructor certification. I had a comment that implied something along the lines of "Why would... read more →