“Living Room Conversations offers a simple, sociable and structured way to practice communicating across differences while building understanding and relationships.” www.livingroomconversations.org New Beginnings Doula Training feels learning to listen and learn from each other is an integral part of being … Read More
The biggest news from ACOG’s latest Committee Opinion, was that women should have access to continuous labor support, professionally called a doula. This does not surprise many who have been following the trail of research since the 1990’s. They cite … Read More
We held an in-depth conversation about sexual health last month. Give it a listen and share any thoughts you have in the comments! “Livingroom Conversations offers a simple, sociable, and structured way to practice communicating across differences while building understanding … Read More
This month we are discussing the phrase breast is best, and whether or not it is a good phrase to use when discussing breastfeeding.
This month we are discussing the purpose and reason for having a well packed doula bag or whether or not that is really necessary.
One of our students prepared a birth plan for a client who would be dealing with anemia (a deficiency of red blood cells typically resulting in weariness) during her labor. With our student’s permission we are reproducing her plan on … Read More
(Editor Note: Jessica C. of Indiana submitted the following response to one of our first unit assignments.) I appreciate when my midwife and nurses don’t assume the worst because I am overweight. All of my pregnancies have been healthy and … Read More
Blue Cohosh for the Induction of Labor (To learn the early signs of labor and how to cope with them, Click Here!) What it is: Blue Cohosh is a plant that was used by Native Americans for many reasons, including … Read More
“How do I find clients?” This is probably the most asked question I hear from my students. Oftentimes, we struggle with confidence when we are newly beginning to venture out into the birth world. Finding doula clients can be intimidating … Read More
Many people often state a healthy mom and baby as the number one goal during childbirth, but what does that mean. To the doctor and medical staff, it could mean a mom and baby that are alive and healthy. For … Read More
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