The Hive Doula Collective

The Hive Doula Collective Support. Connection. Community. You were never meant to do this alone. Welcome to The Hive.

Just finished The Mothershift Therapeutic Moms Book Club through — and it was everything I didn’t know I needed.This bo...
07/12/2025

Just finished The Mothershift Therapeutic Moms Book Club through — and it was everything I didn’t know I needed.
This book put words to the transformation of matrescence — the emotional, physical, and spiritual shift into motherhood that so often goes unseen.

It reminded me that we don’t just give birth to babies — we birth new versions of ourselves, over and over again.

Whether it’s your first baby or your fourth, Mothershift helps you feel seen, held, and understood in the tender in-between.

✨ You can find this powerful read in The Hive Library, for anyone who needs to be reminded:
You are not alone in your becoming.

Matrescence is the transformation a woman goes through when becoming a mother — not just once, but with every child.It’s...
07/07/2025

Matrescence is the transformation a woman goes through when becoming a mother — not just once, but with every child.
It’s the emotional, physical, and spiritual shift that invites us to slow down, reflect, and grow.

But the truth is… you might not recognize it the first time.
Or the second.
Maybe not even the third.
Sometimes it’s not until the fourth baby, when life forces you to truly pause, that you begin to feel the full depth of this becoming.

This slowdown isn’t falling behind —
It’s where the becoming begins.”

— Jody Lerette | The Hive Doula Collective

Mothershift by Jessie Harrold is more than a book — it’s a map for matrescence and a powerful reminder that becoming a m...
06/22/2025

Mothershift by Jessie Harrold is more than a book — it’s a map for matrescence and a powerful reminder that becoming a mother is a rite of passage, not just a life change.

Blending storytelling, personal reflection, and cultural wisdom, Mothershift guides you through the identity shifts of motherhood with honesty, support, and reverence. It's the book every new mother didn’t know she needed — until now.

Available now at The Hive Library. Message me to borrow it and start your shift.

It’s been a while, so allow me to reintroduce myself.I’m Jody — birthworker, community-builder, and the heart behind The...
06/22/2025

It’s been a while, so allow me to reintroduce myself.

I’m Jody — birthworker, community-builder, and the heart behind The Hive Doula Collective. What started as a calling to support birthing people through pregnancy and postpartum has grown into something deeper: a movement to rebuild the village — for moms, for dads, for families.

At The Hive, I believe birth and postpartum deserve sacred care, but we also know the work doesn’t stop there. The truth is… families need more. Partners need support. Dads need space to show up fully — not unsure or shut out, but empowered to lead with love, presence, and confidence.

I'm reshaping the way support looks. It’s not just swaddles and check-ins. It’s food on the table. It’s mental health care. It’s someone to call at 2am. It’s reminding both parents: you were never meant to do this alone.

The Hive is a safe, inclusive, and community-rooted space where:
• Mothers are centered, nourished, and held

• Fathers are seen, supported, and invited into their role

• Families thrive together — not in isolation

This is your village.
And I’m so glad you're here.

With love,
Jody
Founder & CEO | The Hive Doula Collective

Happy Father’s DayTo the diaper changers, the late-night rockers, the ones who show up tired but still present.To the pr...
06/15/2025

Happy Father’s Day
To the diaper changers, the late-night rockers, the ones who show up tired but still present.

To the protectors, the gentle ones, the listeners, the learners.

To the dads becoming more than what they were shown,
and to the ones healing while they raise.

Happy Father’s Day.
Your presence matters.
Your patience matters.
You matter.

From The Hive Doula Collective,
we see you, we support you,
and we’re so grateful for the way you love.

Bumpin’ by Leslie Schrock is a smart, unfiltered, and totally relatable guide to pregnancy — covering everything from fe...
05/29/2025

Bumpin’ by Leslie Schrock is a smart, unfiltered, and totally relatable guide to pregnancy — covering everything from fertility and prenatal tests to birth, mental health, and postpartum recovery.

With expert advice and a dose of humor, it’s the ultimate modern manual for navigating the wild, weird, and wonderful ride from conception to baby and beyond.

It’s like having a best friend, OB, and Google — all in one book.

Now available to borrow at The Hive Library. Message me to learn how!

On the days they need you close…When nothing soothes like skin-to-skinand your heartbeat is home —babywearing is your an...
05/29/2025

On the days they need you close…
When nothing soothes like skin-to-skin
and your heartbeat is home —
babywearing is your anchor.
Your breath.
Your way of saying I’m here.

The wrap has become part of our rhythm.
Simple. Intentional. Worn with love.

That’s why I’m proud to partner with Lalabu — to share something I truly use and trust in this sacred season of motherhood.

If you're in this chapter too, you can shop their wraps and carriers at shop.lalabu.com

Use code THEHIVEDOULACOLLECTIVE at checkout to save.
Link in my bio

We’re Pregnant! by Adrian Kulp is the go-to guide for first-time dads who want to be involved, informed, and confident a...
05/27/2025

We’re Pregnant! by Adrian Kulp is the go-to guide for first-time dads who want to be involved, informed, and confident as they prepare for fatherhood.

With week-by-week tips, checklists, and relatable advice, this handbook helps expectant fathers understand what’s happening, how to support their partner, and how to get ready for baby — without feeling overwhelmed.

Support for dads starts here.
Available now at The Hive Library — message me to borrow a copy!

Fall & Winter 2025 is filling up quickly!If you're expecting later this year, now is the time to connect.I currently hav...
05/27/2025

Fall & Winter 2025 is filling up quickly!
If you're expecting later this year, now is the time to connect.

I currently have limited space for:
• September – 1 spot (early to mid-month)
• November – 1 spot
• December – 1 spot

Whether you're planning for your first or your fourth, your experience matters—and you don’t have to go through it alone. Let’s talk about how I can support you in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Message me to book your complimentary consult and explore care packages.

Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad! by John Pfeiffer is a light, relatable, and straight-to-the-point guide for soon-to-be fath...
05/25/2025

Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad! by John Pfeiffer is a light, relatable, and straight-to-the-point guide for soon-to-be fathers who want to show up and support — without the fluff. With humor, real talk, and practical tips, it walks new dads through pregnancy from their perspective while offering insight into what their partner is going through.

It’s the kind of book you can flip through in short bursts — and still feel more prepared than most.

Available now through The Hive Library. Message me to find out how to borrow it!

It Starts With the Egg by Rebecca Fett is a groundbreaking, science-based guide to improving egg quality and optimizing ...
05/22/2025

It Starts With the Egg by Rebecca Fett is a groundbreaking, science-based guide to improving egg quality and optimizing fertility. Whether you’re trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF, or just starting your fertility journey, this book offers practical strategies backed by research.

With clear explanations and actionable steps, it’s an empowering resource for anyone hoping to understand and improve their reproductive health.

Message me to find out how you can borrow it through The Hive Library.

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