Deshae Doula Services

08/01/2025

I wanted to give my body the best chance at having an unmedicated birth with our 4th pregnancy. The things you do during pregnancy and labor can really make a difference in how your birth plays out. Preparation is key when planning for an unmedicated birth. As a doula, it’s my goal to prepare my clients mentally, physically and emotionally for birth.

✔️Exercising through pregnancy with FIT4MOM Quad Cities
✔️Regular chiropractic adjustments with Dr. Emylee Flourish Family Chiropractic
✔️Hiring a like minded doula Gloria Birth Services
✔️Hiring the right provider
✔️making choices based on evidence instead of fear

✉️ Curious what other ways a doula can support you through pregnancy? Feel free to reach out!

07/22/2025

I truly believe God’s hand has been on me throughout each of my births. This includes my first two, which did not go as I had hoped for.
But I still wonder if I would have pushed for 2+ hours with our first or if I would have still needed a c-section with our second. If I would have entered into those births with the knowledge and understanding that I have today, would they have gone differently?

It’s not enough to just desire a natural birth. You need to prepare mentally, emotionally and physically for the marathon you’re approaching.

Are you planning for an unmedicated hospital birth? Stay tuned for my next post on how my second two births were SO different!🤰🏼

06/18/2025

Don’t wait until the last weeks of pregnancy to get prepared and informed about birth and postpartum!

My childbirth education course includes information on how to mentally and physically prep for an unmedicated birth, different interventions and their risks and benefits, labor positions, partner support, immediate postpartum, advocacy, and help making a birth plan. Go into labor confident and informed so you can make the right choices for you and your baby.

📍Classes located in Bettendorf
⏰ Starting early August

Reach out through email: Gloriabirthservice@gmail.com

05/30/2025

04/22/2025

My year is almost booked! 🎉 I will be taking either an October OR a September client. Reach out asap if you’re interested 🥰

04/02/2025

Theres just something so special about watching a family welcome their baby earthside at home. No monitors, no beeping alarms, no bright lights and no one bursting through the doors.
Shaina’s labor started in the middle of the night and baby boy was born before the sun rose! All while baby’s 5 siblings were tucked in bed sleeping upstairs. How sweet to wake up to a new baby brother?!
Shaina told me the week before that she felt like this baby would be big. Mom’s intuition was spot on with a 10lb 4 oz baby!
Thank you for allowing me to walk alongside you for part of this journey!! 🌅

03/14/2025

When preparing for each birth, I sit down with my clients and we create a birth plan. These are meant to let anyone involved in the labor know what my client’s wishes are. Birth plans are not concrete. Sometimes you need to or want to do things differently.
When the birth plan for Blair and Zachary changed right away, they just believed in God’s will for their birth and honored Him through it all. Their praises were like a sweet aroma in the room. Blair endured some very fast and furious contractions. Her labor was swift and baby boy was delivered to her faster than either of them anticipated! This momma did it all without the epidural or pain meds 🙌🏻 It’s always beautiful to witness a client do what they thought seemed impossible moments before 🤍

01/30/2025

🤱 Did you know that our clinic offers lactation counseling services? 

🍼 We can provide support for all aspects of your feeding journey, including breastfeeding, pumping, and bottle feeding. Our team is ready to address any challenges you may be experiencing!

☎️ Call us today to schedule an assessment with one of our certified lactation counselors. We look forward to working with you!

01/14/2025

Did you know?

12/28/2024

2024 was the first year for Deshae Doula Services! It’s been such a blessing to me to walk along side my clients in their birth journeys. I’m looking forward to what next year has in store. Message me for my 2025 availability! I’m excited to connect.

#2024

12/17/2024

Whenever a woman’s labor is medically induced there is always risk to consider. As a doula, I advise my clients to discuss the risks and benefits with their practitioners for each recommended test, procedure, medication and intervention. If a practitioners’ reason for an induction is “I will be out of town for your due date” 🚩🚩🚩 This isn’t a valid reason for scheduling an induction!

10/31/2024

Brittny was a powerhouse of strength and determination throughout the entirety of her labor and delivery. She not only had a successful VBAC but she did it with pitocin contractions (OUCH!) and she did it without pain meds or an epidural 👏🏻 Even through the early morning hours of labor, she never once voiced any doubt.
It was an honor to be your doula 🤍 It’s truly incredible to witness a redemtive birth experience!