Parish Doulas - Lafayette Lamaze & Jenny the Doula

04/16/2026

⭐️💙I think we probably speak for most doulas when we say that birth is a sacred, divinely ordained rite of passage that deserves peace, dignity, and reverence. When mommas, babies, and families are treated with gentleness and respect, any care marked by coercion, fear, or indifference feels deeply wrong and contrary to the holiness of the moment.

Whether high or low risk - when efficiency, protocols, and institutional routines overshadow the divine reality present in the birth room, much of the beauty and meaning of birth can be lost.

Ultimately, we believe that this is about honoring God’s design for birth and approaching it with humility and awe. Birth is not merely a process to be managed, but a holy experience entrusted to women and their families and deserving of the deepest respect. 💙⭐️

04/15/2026

⭐️💙One of my favorite things to do for a mama are cord keepsakes! Even if you can’t encapsulate, a cord keepsake is a great way to remember you and your baby’s pregnancy and birth. They come free with encapsulation; if you only want the keepsake please inquire in the notes at registration. 😊💙⭐️

04/13/2026

DOULAS! Not just for you, but for your family too :)

03/24/2026

And you wonder why women tear horribly, have pelvic floor issues, and p*e themselves when they are older. ***Pushing on your back is not normal.***

03/18/2026

Clip from the Documentary "The Business of Being Born"

03/17/2026

If your doctor, unprompted,talked to you about any of these, that doc is a keeper!

03/16/2026

⭐️💙The entire 2026 calendar is up! I can’t wait to meet y’all :) We have fun!!!!! Not only do most insurance companies reimburse you or apply the cost towards your deductible, but you also get my book, curated by Lamaze International AND yours truly, as well as a bunch of online resources that you have infinite access to and can bring to the hospital with you in case you forget your book! 💙⭐️ Feel free to contact me with any questions 😊

03/13/2026

The teas, the foods, the tips, the tricks. What REALLY helps labor along is HUMAN support and contact. We were made to CONNECT. We were made for COMMUNITY. Get a doula y’all! Better yet, get a midwife! Remember, we have two birth centers in town & midwives at Lourdes!

Are you eating dates because you want an easier labor? Well, what if I told you something uncomfortable… but empowering?

👉 Most women spend more time researching what to eat for labor than researching who will support them during it!

Research consistently shows birth outcomes improve most with:
• Continuous labor support (think doulas!)
• Relationship-based care (think midwifery!)
• Physiologic birth models (oh, look… midwifery again!)

Believe it or not, the data that supports that faster, easier birth you’re hoping for is far more greatly impacted by WHO is in your birth room and what provider you’ve chosen for your labor versus what is in your kitchen! Remember, women were designed to give birth and, although capable, aren’t going to do it alone.

Dates, then, are just the distraction.

02/27/2026

Flashback to that day I got to do a birth with Brittany !

02/26/2026

⭐️💙I *just* had some spots open up for my March course! It was FULL before so jump in if you want a spot!!!!! 💙⭐️

02/25/2026

Our Thursday breastfeeding class (2/26) is cancelled, folks! We will have another one, TBA

02/18/2026

⭐️💙NEXT WEEK! The cost includes your partner! Sign up at our website or link in bio 💙⭐️