A Birth Connection- Birth & Postpartum Doula Services

04/10/2026

A True knot 😍

Did you know a baby can actually tie a real knot in their umbilical cord during pregnancy?

It’s called a true knot, and it happens when a baby moves through a loop of the cord and creates an actual knot- tying a loose knot in a rope. How cool is that!

Surprisingly most true knots don’t cause harm at all and many babies are born perfectly healthy with one!

✨ True knots happen in about 1% of pregnancies
✨ They usually stay loose and continue delivering oxygen and nutrients
✨ Many aren’t discovered until the moment of birth
✨ Providers simply monitor baby closely if one is suspected

The most important thing to remember: babies are incredibly resilient, and the umbilical cord is designed to protect blood flow even with twists and knots.

At A Birth Connection, we believe education replaces fear with confidence. Knowing what things mean during pregnancy and birth helps families feel more calm, prepared, and empowered.

Have you ever heard of a true knot before? Or has your provider ever mentioned one?

PregnancyFacts BirthSupport

03/24/2026

Hi friends and families,

I wanted to share my availability for upcoming births over the next few months. At this time, I’m also able to support one additional family with postpartum care.
As I prepare for an exciting new season-getting married in June and starting to build my own family. I’m being more intentional about the time and care I give to each family I serve. Thank you so much for your understanding and support during this special time 🤍

03/18/2026

Hi everyone 👋 whether you’re new here or have been following along for a while, I wanted to reintroduce myself 🤍

My name is Shira, and I’ve been supporting families since I was 16. What started as nannying grew into a lifelong passion and career. Since officially starting my practice in 2009, my journey has evolved from:
Nanny ➡️ Newborn Care Specialist ➡️ Postpartum Doula ➡️ Birth Doula ➡️ Lactation Support

Over the years, I’ve continued expanding my care to include sibling doula support and placenta services as well.

I don’t always talk enough about my full range of services, but if you’re a client, you already know I truly aim to be your all-in-one doula 🥰

So, I wanted to share this here for anyone looking for comprehensive, compassionate support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

In addition to one-on-one care, I also host and co-host several community groups:
• A pregnancy & postpartum support group every Saturday at First Coast Midwifery (with Duval Birth Company)
• Rainbow Roots 🌈 - A group for LGBTQ+ families, meeting twice monthly with Modern Midwives Jax
• Rooted Together 🌱 - A IVF/IUI support group at First Coast Midwifery (our first circle begins March 25th)

If you’re looking for support, community, or just a place to feel seen and heard, I’d love to connect with you 🤍

03/15/2026

Home Birth is safe.
🏥>45% less likely to have an unplanned caesarean
🧑🏾‍⚕️>50% less likely to have an instrumental birth
💉70% less likely to have an epidural
👨🏻‍⚕️55% less likely to have an episiotomy
🤰🏿>40% less likely to have a 3/4th degree tear
🏥>40% less likely to have labour augmented (sped up with a hormone drip)
🦠70% lower rate of infection
🩸less likely or no more likely to have PPH (excessive bleeding after birth)
👶🏼As safe as hospital and birth centre births for babies (adverse outcomes in less than 1% of births)

03/14/2026

Family and friends-Rainbow Roots is back on! 🌈
Join me at where I’ll be sharing resources, talking through birth preparation, and offering support for postpartum care.

This is a welcoming, safe space for everyone in our community 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ I’d love to see you there!

03/10/2026

March Group Schedule ✨

03/08/2026

Figured I’d get on this trend 😆

03/07/2026

260 capsules 👀
I was so impressed with this placenta! Encapsulation is such a beautiful way to honor your baby’s first home while also supporting your body during postpartum recovery.
This mama chose the New Mama Package, which includes:
✨ Placenta capsules
✨ Healing salve
✨ Placenta print
✨ A special keepsake
Not only does she receive the incredible benefits of placenta encapsulation to support her postpartum healing, but she’ll also have meaningful keepsakes to remember this sacred chapter of motherhood forever.
If you’re expecting and want to prepare your body for a smoother postpartum recovery, I’d love to support you. 💗
Message me to learn more about my placenta encapsulation packages.

With love and a whole lot of placenta,
Shira

03/01/2026

Today’s babywearing workshop at group was such a success! 🤍

A huge thank you to for generously lending several carriers for families to try, and to for providing the perfect space to gather and connect. We love bringing the Riverside and surrounding communities together in such a supportive environment.

It’s safe to say the stuffed animals were a hit 😂
And to the dad, you showed up and showed out! 👏🏽

Follow for weekly group meetings at First Coast 🫶🏼

02/18/2026

Anyone else still on a high from bad bunny’s halftime show or is it me?

Meal prepping some delicious grilled chicken, potatoes and zucchini for my client and couldn’t resist a little dance 😉

Have you considered having a postpartum doula come cook for you?

02/04/2026

Come with me to a postpartum visit ❤️

This is what the day looked like-
-Taking the trash out for mom
-Meal prepping
-Cleaning the kitchen sink
-Bathing baby
-Dressing the baby followed by a demonstration on how to massage baby

02/02/2026