Gathering Ivy Doula Care

01/03/2026

This is a great idea! There's nothing I love more than seeing a community come together to support each other.

A local recipe book from Southern Adirondack Midwifery would be a great postpartum tool!

Nourishing, balanced meals matter deeply during pregnancy and postpartum. They support healing, energy, milk supply, and overall well-being. And when those meals can be prepared ahead of time, they become a true gift during the tender early weeks. 😴 👶🏻

We’d love to invite our community of moms to share what worked for you.

What meals did you prep ahead that felt grounding, sustaining, and doable during this season? 🥘

There is so much wisdom in lived experience, and when moms share with other moms, especially new ones, it can be incredibly encouraging and empowering. 🥰

If we receive enough recipe contributions, we hope to compile them into a Southern Adirondack Midwifery Cookbook, shared as a PDF with our clients. By moms, for moms, all in one place!

✨ Share your favorite postpartum-friendly recipes in the comments or send them our way via messenger. ✨

12/04/2025

I look forward to this all year. Reading books out loud with my homeschool kids while they do Christmas crafts by the tree and "fire." So peaceful and cozy! 🎄Waiting on a baby this week too 💜

12/04/2025

My friend, Shannon, who is a kind and very knowledgeable pelvic floor therapist, is hosting a class on pelvic floor health soon. If you’ve been wanting to learn more about how the pelvic floor works or how to better support your body, this is a great chance to get solid, practical information in a comfortable setting!

I'm hosting a class for young women to learn about their bodies from the perspective of a pelvic floor PT. Please spread the word! Message, text, or email me to sign up!

11/14/2025

Go see my friend Kate for an amazing prenatal massage!

11/11/2025

Listen… your girl is not an “early poster” but she is a “put the chairs out and make the space feel safe and warm” person. 🫶
So here we are.
Lattes & Lactation TOMORROW — come join us.
Get your coffee from our favorite gals at , bring your baby, your questions, your exhaustion, your joy. I’m ready for it all. ❤️

🔗 Register via link in bio (or just show up — truly).

10/28/2025

This short and sweet class offered by Albany Family Life Center would be so informative and helpful for all these early on questions! The care provider and place you choose to birth your baby will make a huge impact on your experience in pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.

10/07/2025

It has been a busy, busy season for our family! We've had 5 kiddos playing soccer, it's a joy to watch them all play, improve, and build friendships.

Births have been in full swing too! I got the privilege of being present for 2 second time moms as they welcomed little siblings. One baby was born earlier than mom and dad wanted but is home now and all is well. Another beautiful family welcomed their first, a baby girl. This month kicks off a handful of births to the end of the year, amazing moms and dads who are working hard to prepare themselves for what's to come!

Thriving in absolute chaos and loving it... For the most part!

09/07/2025

08/18/2025

Local Childbirth Ed class! Katie is a fellow doula and I know this would be an informative and helpful training!

08/07/2025

This is great! Just a quick course on how to get your baby into a good position for a smooth labor and delivery. Movement is so important throughout, so this would be another great tool to add!

07/11/2025

This is my happy place!

07/03/2025

Postpartum Preparation Workshop

Date: Sunday, July 20th

Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

Location: 1820 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203

Facilitated by: Lawren Flynn, SBD, PCD(DONA)

Cost: $60

Link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/postpartum-preparation-workshop-registration-1450881187689

This 4-hour class is designed to help parents prepare their mind, body, heart, and home for the transformative postpartum journey. Topics will include:

Immediate Postpartum & the Golden Hour

Postpartum Mindset & Expectations

Physical Recovery

Newborn Care Basics

Safe Sleep Practices

…and more!

The workshop aims to empower families with knowledge, practical tools, and local resources, while also offering space to connect with others preparing for this life transition. Class size is limited and registration price includes space for one support person per registrant.