Your pregnancy + birth partner

And it begins! The joy, the excitement, the questions, the anxieties, the planning and pinteresting and collecting all the baby books… I get it! Been there, done that. There are millions of books, blogs, podcasts, apps, etc giving you their spin, often contradicting each other — There are Dr. appointments and prenatal vitamins, and birthing classes… It can be overwhelming.

Having a doula at your side during pregnancy is like having a phone-a-friend line, a pocket guru, an advocate, coach, guide, and friend to help you sort through it all and get to the big day feeling prepared, covered, and supported.

Your birth is a miracle — as cliche as that sounds, anyone who has been there will agree. And it should be as unique and special as you are. You’re not a number on a chart, you’re a goddess bringing an important life into this world! And you should be able to do that on your own terms.

Whatever your birth wishes, a doula is by your side helps you identify your plan, address your fears, and advocate for your desires. A doula not only is your support and guide, she is also your advocate, communicating on your behalf to the birthing staff to make sure your voice is heard and your birth plan is prioritized.

And it begins — again! Adjusting to life after birth can be quite an adventure. My husband and I rode the ups and downs ourselves not too long ago, and I can honestly say I don’t know what I would have done if I wasn’t trained as a doula and didn’t have the support from my community that I did. There are SO many questions and learning experiences, no matter how much preparation you’ve done. Having a doula help you transition into this new normal is an incredible gift you can give yourself and your new little family, setting yourselves up for success in the best ways possible.