Whispers of Hope: Nurturing Life Amidst the Shadows of Loss

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 December 21 she presented with preeclamptic symptoms that warranted an early induction at 33 weeks gestation. This client...
The Birth Team: A Sports Analogy

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 their support and care. So, let’s explore a fun sports analogy to shed light on the significance of doula support...
Empowering Your Birth Journey: The Role of Doulas at Birth Learning

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 unique birth journeys since 2003. Our team of experienced doulas understands that each person’s childbirth...
Choosing a childbirth class

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 looking for.  Many hospitals have affordable classes but they often teach generic skills and what to expect in the...
Initial Bonding Time

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 has ever made. If you can imagine what the baby must be thinking; he or she is searching for something familiar. At this...
Fentanyl

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 comfort measure.  One benefit of fentanyl is that it reacts very quickly.  A woman can often feels its effects within...
Pain and Perception

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 unfortunate misconception that is often deeply embedded and certainly not always the case. While it can be incredibly intense it...

Effacement, the thinning of the cervix

SROM

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 may experience it as a “pop” followed by an obvious gush of fluid.  Others may experience a slight trickling of fluid...

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