World Doula Week: Favorite Laboring Positions Oh! So many to choose from. I had to put it in categories.

I'm often asked what my favorite birth tools are in my doula bag. But the reality is that my favorite tools do not fit in my bag.

Pushing with an epidural can decrease pushing sensations!

It’s a boy! This is the birth story of Elias.

What about eating? The Average labor burns somewhere around 3000 calories! (akin to running a marathon) But if you have an epidural,

It’s a boy! This is the birth story of River.

Epidurals trap you in bed! Being stuck and immobile is a risk factor for prolonged or stalled labor as mama is not able to help their babie

It's a girl! This is the birth story of Tallulah.

Epidural - What it is...

It's a boy! This is the birth story of Rex.

Hey there, mamas! We are talking all things Epidurals this week.

Be Open "An open mind is a prerequisite to an open heart." -- Robert M. Sapolsky

Be Focused! "The key to success is to focus our conscious mind on things we desire not things we fear." -- Brian Tracy

Be Present! "Where you are, be all there!" - Jim Elliot Be all there.

The importance of birth support cannot be underestimated! And the support in the birthing room can make or break the experience.