Calm and Confident Doula Care, LLC

11/19/2025

Tierra Walker should have never died from complications related to her pregnancy. Our healthcare systems are in crisis. As doulas we can help our clients navigate their care, but we can't fix a broken system. This family did everything they could to advocate for care that could've saved Tierra's life. This is a terrible tragedy that could've been avoided.

Walker is one of several women ProPublica found with underlying health conditions who died when they couldn’t access abortions.

11/11/2025

According to the FDA it can take several weeks for symptoms to appear

Health agencies asked caregivers to stop using two batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after they found an increase in cases of infant botulism.

11/07/2025

We commonly see doctors carefully observing the fetal heart rate monitor and discussing concerns with our clients. Having a well informed discussion is so incredibly difficult! As doulas we work to help our clients ask questions and find what feels right for them moving forward. Then, and this is critical to our work, we support our clients in whatever decision is right for them. Everyone has their own risk tolerance- docs, midwives, nurses, laboring parents.

Decades of research have shown that round-the-clock fetal monitoring does not reliably predict fetal distress, and experts say it leads to many unnecessary surgeries. But it’s still used in nearly every birth in the U.S. because of business and legal concerns, a New York Times investigation found. https://nyti.ms/3WF7yLx

09/17/2025

Many thanks to Katya for sharing her thoughts about our support. We have been so honored to be by your side in welcoming your baby into your family!

I can’t recommend Milla and Melinda enough! My husband was skeptical about hiring a doula, but after the birth he was the first to say how grateful he was they were there for us and that the inv...

06/17/2025

The words “failed” do not belong anywhere in conversation about pregnancy, birth or postpartum 🙅🏽‍♀️

We have midwives, hospitals, birth centers, OBGYN’s and MFMs for good reason! In a percentage of cases, they are all very much needed 🧑🏼‍⚕️👩🏽‍⚕️👨🏾‍⚕️ we as birth workers and families are GRATEFUL for these resources being readily available to families when they are truly needed.

The #1 cause of home birth transfers is maternal exhaustion. This is why it is essential to rest, hydrate and nourish your body during early labor. A hospital transfer from a homebirth is by no means a failure. It is the responsible, proper use of the resources that are available to keep families safe. Please don’t place this in a negative light.💜💡
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06/13/2025

06/06/2025

This! Melinda is preparing to take even more continuing ed on positions that help make space in labor for an easier birth. This move right here is a solid way to finish off labor and help get that baby in their parents’ arms 😊

06/06/2025

Here are 5️⃣ interesting facts about breastfeeding 👇

05/29/2025

The COVID-19 pandemic provided a unique situation for studying the effect of deprivation of supportive care and companionship during labor. Not surprisingly, study participants reported high levels of stress, levels comparable to those experienced when undergoing cesarean surgery. The study’s lead author observes that lower stress hormones and increased oxytocin levels when people feel emotionally supported during labor is a likely explanation for research finding that emotional support during childbirth shortens labor, decreases use of pain medication, and lowers cesarean rates.

What are the implications of this study?

Access to supportive care and companionship during labor has been restored, but nonetheless, hospital staff consider it a nonessential element of labor care, to be permitted or withdrawn at their discretion as, for example, when administering an epidural or during cesarean surgery. This study, along with others, shows that supportive care is not a frill. Failure to provide supportive care and free access to companions of choice can have adverse effects on labor outcomes.

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05/13/2025

Whoo hoo! Milla and Melinda can now provide support for families with Apple Health at NO expense to the pregnant person. We are so pleased to finally be able to offer this option and eternally grateful to the numerous people who have worked tirelessly over the past few years to bring this option to Medicaid families.

03/12/2025

Milla and Melinda are ready to share some of their insights on helping labor to progress! With over 500 births collectively attended, we've got a few tips and tricks up our sleeves. Our next Get That Baby Out! group class is coming up April 17 at Sprout Birth Center & Natural Health

They can also come to you for a private, in home workshop on your schedule.

Have The Tools You Need To Give Yourself The Best Chance Of A Smooth And Easy Labor.