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Preventing Constipation and Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy & Postpartum

Preventing Constipation and Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy & Postpartum

When most people think of changing their diet for constipation they immediately think add more fiber.  But, diet for constipation goes way beyond fiber, too much fiber can actually cause more constipation. Here are a our favorite ways to stay regular during pregnancy...
Preventing Constipation and Hemorrhoids During Pregnancy & Postpartum

3 of our Favorite Tips for Partners During Labor

As doulas we can talk for days about how to care for someone in labor. But we went through the list to pick our top  ways that a partner can care for the person they love the most!   Don’t Take Anything Personally This is the day that we all let everything...
The 1 perfect reason to hire a Doula Agency, and 3 more just for fun.

The 1 perfect reason to hire a Doula Agency, and 3 more just for fun.

BACK UP, BACK UP, BACK UP. Need I say more? When you work with an agency there is a strong back up system. If your postpartum doula has a birth to attend, there is another doula who can step in and support your family that day.  If your labor doula comes down with the...
The 1 perfect reason to hire a Doula Agency, and 3 more just for fun.

Tell us more about you … Alex

In honor of International Doula Month, we are interviewing our doulas, so you can get to know more about them and their inspiration for becoming a doula. This week we chat with Alex D. What is your title and with what organizations did you attend your trainings? Birth...
Chicago Mother’s Day Deals from Local Mom Owned Businesses

Chicago Mother’s Day Deals from Local Mom Owned Businesses

Mothers Day is right around the corner and we wanted to spend some time highlighting our favorite Mom owned local businesses and also offer our community of moms some great deals.  We sincerely wish you the most amazing day and hope that you have time to care for...
Benefits of Infant Massage for Babies and Parents

Benefits of Infant Massage for Babies and Parents

Why should I learn to massage my baby? Your newborn is here, and you want to give your baby the best start in life. After all, we all want a happy, healthy, and smart baby. Research from reliable medical sources tells us that the practice of Infant Massage benefits...