Waiting on Labor and COVID-19

Waiting for labor is always a time of being "in limbo". It's even more true with the current social distancing and personal safety considerations necessary with COVID-19 spreading. Here are some of my thoughts on getting through the next few weeks if you're due any day. (Originally written for my Birth Doula support clients.) Disclaimer: […]

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Lilah + Baby+Co = A Birth Story

Birth Doula Support at Baby and Co Birth Center in Nashville Let me introduce you to Lilah. (She’s in there under the cute yellow hat.) This precious girl had the honor of being among the babies born during the first few weeks after the Nashville birth center, Baby+Company, had opened its doors. Hers was the […]

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The good news and bad news about eating during labor

Good news, ladies! It’s safe to eat and drink during labor. The American Society of Anesthesiology‘s recent research review suggests, “Most healthy women can skip the fasting and, in fact, would benefit from eating a light meal during labor.” (With a short list of exceptions. These factors include eclampsia, pre-eclampsia, obesity and the use of opioids […]

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Relieving the stress of childbirth

Doula Heidi, at your service. Relieving the stress of childbirth since 2001. Having the help of a doula during your pregnancy, labor and birth is a proven way to STRESS LESS.  Contact me for a free consultation and get on track for a relaxing, happy birth.   Posted by Instagrate to WordPress

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