Arkansas Doulas

01/29/2026

Compassionate care isn’t just about what happens on a chart; it’s about how a person feels in their most vulnerable moments.

When we think of hospital births, we often think of bright fluorescent lights, the hum of monitors, and a clinical atmosphere. While the safety and technology of a hospital are vital tools, they don't have to be the entire story.

True compassionate care the kind Hope witnessed with the flickering candles and soft glow is about humanizing the clinical. It’s a midwife or nurse recognizing that The Nervous System Needs Peace, Vibes Matter, & Autonomy is Found in the Details.
Shout out the the CNMs at UAMS for just getting that

01/24/2026

That barometric pressure is no joke, did you know that some studies have found a correlation(casual link) between a major shift and barometric pressure and the start of labor? Arkansas doulas are here no matter the situation — even to help you come up with a game plan for your labor during the 2026 snowpocalypse❄️💙❄️

01/23/2026

“Loss of electricity creates many challenges for families. Prepare to safely store and prepare breast milk, infant formula, and solid foods for infants and young children when there is a power outage.”

https://www.cdc.gov/infant-feeding-emergencies-toolkit/php/special-considerations.html

🤱For breast milk⬇️

If you have any breast milk in the freezer, help keep the freezer cold by packing any empty spaces with crumpled newspaper, frozen containers of water, or frozen gel packs. Keep the freezer door closed. This will help prevent the milk from completely thawing.

Your breast milk may still be safe once your power comes back on. However, this depends on how long the power is out and how defrosted or warm the breast milk becomes.

Once the power is back on, check your stored breast milk. Milk is still considered frozen if ice crystals can be seen in it. Frozen breast milk that has started to thaw but still contains ice crystals can be refrozen. If your breast milk has completely thawed but still feels cold, put it in the refrigerator and use it within the next day or throw it away.

Thawed milk cannot be refrozen. After 24 hours, throw out unused, thawed milk. When it comes to safe storage of breast milk, remember "when in doubt, throw it out."

01/23/2026

Arkansas is getting quiet as the winter storm starts to roll in, and we know that heavy feeling in the pit of your stomach when the lights flicker...

If you lose electricity, remember this: your body is your baby’s safest heat source.

Here is what to do:
🤍 Place baby (diapered, hat if you have one) directly on your bare chest
Strip away the layers. It feels counterintuitive when it’s freezing, but tucking your baby—in just a diaper and a tiny hat—directly against your bare chest is a biological miracle.

🤍Wrap a heavy quilt or your favorite worn-in coat around both of you, sealing in that shared heat while keeping their face clear so you can watch them breathe.

🤍 Move to the most draft-free space in your home. Forget the rest of the house; find that one small corner away from the windows, pull the curtains tight, and claim your space.

🤍 If you have a fireplace, create a warm, contained space nearby (safely) and stay together

🤍 Your partner can do skin-to-skin too, shared warmth matters. Lean on each other. If you need a break, pass that warmth to a partner or caregiver—their skin carries the same life-saving heat yours does.

Watch biology work. Your chest will actually shift its temperature to meet your baby's needs. It isn't magic; it’s how we’ve survived for generations.

You don’t need fancy gear. You don’t need power.
You are enough. 🤍 ❄️❤️

Please SHARE, let other Arkansas families know how to keep their little ones warm during this storm!

01/21/2026

Don’t panic! While the rest of our state is rushing to Krogers for bread and milk, Arkansas Doulas is here to help you prep. We know a winter storm right before your due date can feel overwhelming, but a little prep goes a long way!

First, keep your car “snow ready” by keeping the gas tank full and your hospital bags already loaded. If you have a long or steep driveway, consider parking closer to the main road or asking a neighbor with a truck to be your backup ride. Also, salt your walkways now! Keeping a clear path to the car is one of the best ways to prevent a slip or a stressful walk when things get real.

Since barometric pressure changes can sometimes nudge labor along, listen closely to your body. If contractions start, call L&D or your doula earlier than usual. It’s better to head to the hospital while the roads are still manageable. If you’re traveling, keep extra blankets, a flashlight, and some clean towels in the car, just in case you have to take the drive a little slower.

Most importantly, stay hydrated and cozy! Dehydration can cause false alarms, so keep that water bottle handy while you’re nesting. We are wishing all our expectant parents a safe, warm, and SNOWY weekend!!

You are doing an amazing job, and no matter the weather, you’ve got this!


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01/21/2026

Surrogacy is such a beautiful gift!!

01/20/2026

MLK Weekend Reflection

Birth justice is social justice.

As we honor Dr. King’s legacy, we reflect on the responsibility we carry to advocate for dignity, equity, and compassionate care — especially for families most impacted by disparities.

This work is collective. And it matters.

01/20/2026

01/18/2026

Arkansas doulas is expanding, meet some of our new doulas!

01/14/2026

We know exactly how heavy it feels to carry the weight of trying to figure it all out yourself, especially when the internet feels like a loud room of people shouting different opinions at you.

You deserve more than a search engine for your birth preparation.

That is the heart behind our Fearless Series birth class here at Arkansas Doulas.
We designed this series to be the ultimate glow-up for your birth prep, moving away from dry clinical lectures and into a space that feels both evidence based and deeply intuitive.

We are so incredibly excited because we are actually hosting our second session of the series this very weekend, and the energy in the room is going to be unmatched as more families claim their power!!
If you’re feeling like you missed out on this round, don't worry because we are just getting started. We want every parent to feel this level of support, so make sure to stay tuned and keep a close eye on our page for our upcoming February and March class dates!