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Whispers of Hope: Nurturing Life Amidst the Shadows of Loss
This time of year has me thinking of a bittersweet story in my doula career. We had a client who was due with her first baby in mid-February. On...
The Birth Team: A Sports Analogy
While the role of a doula in the birthing process is well-established, sometimes, a fresh perspective can help us better understand the depth of...
Empowering Your Birth Journey: The Role of Doulas at Birth Learning
Welcoming a child into the world is a profound and life-changing experience. At Birth Learning, we've been dedicated to supporting families on their...
Choosing a childbirth class
There are many choices when it comes to choosing a childbirth class. The type of class you choose depends on the type of birth experience you are...
A movie about birth options.
Initial Bonding Time
The first moments after a baby is born are precious bonding time. This baby has just made the most amazing transition any (and every) human being...
Fentanyl
Fentanyl is a narcotic that is sometimes administered during labor. It is placed directly into an I.V. so an I.V. access is needed to receive this...
Pain and Perception
In our society we are generally taught that childbirth is terrifying and painful and therefore something we should be afraid of. This is an...
Effacement, the thinning of the cervix
SROM
SROM stands for “spontaneous release of membranes.” Unlike the movies, this only happens about 10% of the time before labor has begun. Some women...
Fetal Positioning
There is a lot more to the position of the baby than just “head down.” Knowing the position of your baby can be key in having a successful and...
Essential Oils
Essential oils can be used during labor to enhance any coping plan. As aromatherapy, it is important to cease the use of oils within about an hour...