Ever Adore Birth & Postpartum

08/19/2023

Each of the families I have served have such a special place in my heart. It has been a great privilege to care for families in the most precious and momentous of moments. For that reason and many more, it’s with a heavy heart that I announce that we have decided that continuing this work will need to wait until a different season of life.

To each woman who has trusted me to support her in such vulnerable and sacred moments, I hope you see the strength that I witnessed in you, and I hope you know how much the work of caring for tiny humans matters.

Blessings 💛

06/23/2023

Tips of what not to do in the labor room that are great to share with anyone who will be at your birth. Number 5 is a big one!

Dads in the labor and delivery room play an important role. Dads can provide a calming presence. But, it is easy to do things that would not be helpful in la...

06/21/2023

This class is coming soon, and the first two classes are great for hospital birth clients, as well!

For all our current clients, here is your opportunity to take a homebirth focused childbirth education course! Jill is a wealth of knowledge and you’ll be sure to learn a lot. We recommend childbirth ed to everyone, regardless of how many babies you’ve had!

For more info or to sign up, reach out to Jill.

12/10/2022

Joy. Elation. Strength. Happy tears. First moments locking eyes with a tiny new human. There is much beauty to behold as a doula.

But there is also:

Blood to be wiped up.
Vomit to be caught and wiped off a laboring mother’s face.
Sweat to be dabbed at with a cold cloth.
Nights of missed sleep.
Many missed plans and an uncertain calendar.
Knees to be knelt on for hours and hours while giving counter pressure.
The possibility of witnessing birth trauma.
Heavy eyes that must be shaken awake because a laboring mother’s needs come first.

When I serve families as a doula, sometimes it’s very hard work. But there’s really no job I’d rather do! There is tremendous value in serving families as they welcome new life, and I want the experience to be as wonderful as possible.

When you’re in labor, the only one you need to think about is YOU! If I can give clients the space to do that, to help their needs be cared for so they can labor away peacefully, then every bit of the hard parts are worth it.

10/25/2022

Great visual!

MamasteFit: Gina & Roxanne shared a post on Instagram: "Stripping of Membranes Follow for more on pregnancy, birth, and postpartum Stripping of membranes, Membrane stripping, or membrane sweep, all mean the same thing. This is when your provider is separating the amniotic sac from the ce...

09/17/2022

I’m happy to announce that I am now able to accept Medicaid Sunshine Health and United Healthcare through being a credentialed TDN doula.

08/04/2022

You can reserve your spot by registering at this link:

https://form.jotform.com/200558181565154

07/15/2022

Unboxing new materials - included in my upcoming birth classes.

07/06/2022

Click here to register:
https://form.jotform.com/200558181565154

Grab your spot in this comprehensive series, ideal for families planning hospital births. Prepare for your baby’s arrival and meet other families in the same stage of life.

07/06/2022

07/04/2022

Grab your spot in this comprehensive series, ideal for families planning hospital births. Prepare for your baby’s arrival and meet other families in the same stage of life.

05/12/2022

04/13/2022

During the pushing phase of labor, many mothers who have freedom of movement will automatically move into the position that is most comfortable for them and Baby. But having an epidural does not mean you can’t choose to be off your back. There are position options for epidurals, also!

“Positions that take the weight off the sacrum and allow the pelvis to expand might make spontaneous birth (birth without the use of vacuum or forceps assistance) more likely (Edqvist et al. 2016).”

https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-birthing-positions/

This article focuses on the evidence for birthing positions in the second stage of labor. The second stage of labor begins when the cervix is completely dilated (open) and ends with the birth of the baby.

03/24/2022

I wrapped up a postpartum visit today and my heart felt full. I feel grateful to help moms have better beginnings.

But I’m not the only one who can help. Often when everyone is amazed by the preciousness of a new baby, we forget to ask “Who will care for Mom?”

I think part of a doula’s role is to educate the community about how to support moms better.

Some questions I ask myself in preparation for a postpartum visit are:
- How can I help mom nourish herself and care for herself physically today?
- How can I help her to feel heard and seen?
- How can I instill confidence in her capability and in her innate wisdom?
- How can I help her accomplish some of those little things that have to be put aside with a new baby, but that she would really like done?

The next time you go visit a new baby, ask yourself “How can I care for Mom?”

02/12/2022

One of the best ways to get breastfeeding off to a good start is to have uninterrupted skin to skin for the first hour, and for the baby to lead the way in latching. It doesn’t mean breastfeeding can’t be beautifully successful without immediate, uninterrupted skin to skin. But, when possible, this gives mom and baby the best chance at a smooth start.