“This program empowered me with the realization that fathers play such an important role in the pregnancy as well as labor and delivery. She equipped me with all of the information I needed to support my wife through the entire process and when our beautiful son was born, I held my head high, proud that WE had worked to build this family.”
Read More“Mary Duke Lcce how do I get my 13 yo daughter prepared to see me give birth? She has been wanting to be there for the last several children…When the time comes she will kind of be stuck there until the end and I want her to be ready. Any advice?"
Read More“professional photos can help Mom and Dad process a traumatic birth experience, celebrate a joyous experience and share images with a loved one or friends who were not able to be present for the birth. For me personally, the benefit was being reminded of special moments that I may have forgotten about all together, even years later. “
Read More“I have an important, deeply emotional story to share with you tonight. Only one month postpartum, Lucy's weight had rapidly declined. Suddenly, this little one's story was not so positive. Despite seeing the pediatrician regularly, she was still failing to return to her birth weight of 6lb 8oz. It became obvious then, that something was wrong.“
Read More"What struck me as I sat there, was my view in that hospital Labor & Delivery room. In front of me, despite an active birth, was an empty bed with the monitor straps left behind. I want every one of you planning a hospital birth to know that freedom of movement and intermittent monitoring is a safe option for most moms and should be discussed with your care provider.”
Read More“The topic of racism in birth work has been on my mind for years. I've spoken to a few trusted friends, but never on social media. I've never even spoken publicly about its existence. Why? Because it's a scary topic. It's also a topic I'm pretty ignorant about as a white woman and I know I have zero authority on the topic...”
Read More"Words like ketones, keto, ketosis and ketogenic are all popular buzz words for promising rapid weight loss. At first, I had only had one friend telling me how ketosis had changed her life. Then, not long after, another friend. My interest in studying them came up when my own midwife noticed ketones in my urine, so I made an appointment in Bowling Green (Kentucky) to see Registered Dietitian Marisa Woodal..."
Read More"When you're breastfeeding, sometimes you need a little hands-free help, not only while caring for baby, but to increase milk production. This Facebook Live video, with special guest Amanda Woolen, might be just what you need. Also, today I posted my first YouTube video. I would love for you to subscribe to my channel."
Read More"As we get close to our 2 year anniversary for “Meet the Doulas” (MTD) I’ve been thinking back on all the families we’ve met and all the good times we’ve had at Spencer’s Coffee. Mostly I’m wondering where time has gone. How has it been 2 years?!?!"
Read More"If you are here because you just tuned into WBKO Midday Live thank you for watching. If you’d like additional information on the Foula Training or the trainer please visit the sites below. A big thank you to Laura Rogers and WBKO TV for having me on for this announcement."
Read More"Students are typically in their 3rd trimester at their 1st Lamaze class, and fairly close to meeting their baby. I often find myself wishing they had known some pertinent information much earlier in pregnancy or even prior to conception. This led me to compose a list of 10 things to know BEFORE pregnancy that I talk about now in Pregnancy Prep Workshops."
Read More"I had people LITERALLY jump back from my booth at health fairs. I heard gagging, choking and obscenities. By the end of 2014, I had encapsulated for 24 local clients. All the pieces suddenly fit together as my education, advocacy and word of mouth from clients started opening people's eyes to the benefits of placenta capsules."
Read More"I am NEVER offended by someone not knowing the specifics of my job, because I'm aware it isn't a common career choice. Personally I hadn't even heard the word Doula until I was 25 years old and had already been through a pregnancy and loss. Therefore if you answer no there is absolutely zero judgement and I'm happy you've taken the first step to learn what a doula is."
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