Empowered Peace Birth Services

02/19/2026

SOMETIMES THE SMALL THINGS ARE ALSO BIG THINGS: Its the Doula that gets to Stand In The Gap while standing on the perimeter... and Keep The Head On Swivel... and Connect The Dots... and Ground when necessary... and sometimes remind folks To Breathe. I'm grateful. I'm just sayin... ✊🏼✊🏾✊🏽

02/07/2026

02/05/2026

Breathwork in childbirth is low-key one of the most powerful tools a birthing person has.

1. Calms the Nervous System (Less Fear = Less Pain)
2. Reduces Muscle Tension; You’ll hear doulas say: “Loose jaw, loose hands, loose pelvis.”
3. Changes How Pain Is Experienced
4. Improves Oxygen Flow for Parent + Baby
5. Creates a Sense of Control

Breathwork supports physiology, pain coping, emotional regulation, and stamina all at once.

It helps labor move from a fear–tension–pain cycle into a rhythm–release–progress cycle.

It’s simple. It’s free. And when practiced ahead of time, it becomes second nature when labor gets real.

02/03/2026

Research shows that continuous labor support is linked to shorter labors, fewer interventions, and better birth experiences.💪🏽

Doulas provide that support from the first contraction to the first moments after birth, giving consistent guidance, comfort, and reassurance to families every step of the way.

Doulas truly make all the difference!✨

As part of our February series, ‘Birth Support, Explained’, we are going back to basics on the power of doula care.🙌🏽 Stay tuned for more!

02/03/2026

Messy and Beautiful and Primal. 💖 and I wouldn't want to be any place else. I'm just sayin...

01/19/2026

12/24/2025

📣 More and more insurers are recognizing doula support!🎉

Some U.S.-based insurance programs and government health plans now reimburse DONA-certified doulas, including certain Medicaid programs in states like NY, NJ, VA, and WA, along with Tricare for active-duty military families.

Some private plans may cover services too, but it’s always best to check with your provider.

If you’re an aspiring doula or a family considering doula support, DONA certification can help make care more accessible.💪🏽

Have you had a client whose insurance covered your services? Share your experience below and help other doulas navigate reimbursement!⬇

12/07/2025

12/07/2025

Human Breastmilk is for human babies. Liquid Gold.

11/29/2025

Carla Thomas, B.S., CD(DONA), CPES, CLE #

10/16/2025

I gained 204 followers, created 27 posts and received 19 reactions in the past 90 days! Thank you all for your continued support. I could not have done it without you. 🙏🤗🎉