Did you know that Pitocin is the most commonly used drug for inductions in the US? Did you also know that it is classified as a “high-alert” drug, and half of all paid legal claims involve pitocin? So why is … Read More
Doula Cesarean Support? Many women who use doulas are looking to have a natural birth without medications. Occasionally, though, emergencies happen, plans change, and a c-section is neccesary. I often get questioned on what doula cesarean support to help … Read More
A nurturing doula can help empower women. “[C]aregiving professionals can seek new ways to nurture and empower [women]…during labor and birth.”-Paulina Perez To nurture is defined as “the process of caring for and encouraging the growth or development of someone … Read More
Black women are twice as likely to lose their babies as white women in Missouri, and the state’s maternal mortality rate is 50% higher than the national average, according to past Missourian reporting. These statistics are not just the norm … Read More
What is your name? Amanda Rhodes What is your doula business name? Beyond the Bump And my non-profit: It Takes a Village Where are you located? Cape Girardeau, MO When did you finish your doula certification? November 2019 Why did you … Read More
Currently, many positions are underutilized when it comes to women pushing during the second stage. The typical position is on the back with the legs held up or in stirrups. But more and more, we are understanding, and women are … Read More
As a business, we believe all women deserve support. We also support other’s rights to disagree with this on a personal or professional level. We do feel our doulas should discuss their personal beliefs with women in private conversations if … Read More
At New Beginnings we are often asked what exactly a doula can and can’t do, and what their limits to practice are when they hold other professional licenses and certification. This is a common question among doulas and the organizations … Read More
Black Cohosh to Induce Labor What it is: Black Cohosh is another plant that has historically been used by midwives to help induce labor. It is made from the root and is available as a tincture, capsule or tea. Not much is … Read More
A few months ago, I wrote a post about what it means to be an advocate as a doula. It focused on the idea that communication with the entire birth team (your client, medical providers, and other support people), is … Read More
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