Tiny Feet Doula Services

09/17/2025

If you breastfeed for 1 day, you should be proud! 🤱
If you breastfeed for 6 months, you should be proud! 🤱
If you breastfeed for 2 years, you should be proud! 🤱
If you breastfeed for 6 years, you shouldn’t be ashamed or shamed - you should be proud and we should be proud of you! 🤱



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The natural term for humans to breastfeed is anywhere between 2 and 7+ years. Some babies stop earlier, some carry on for longer.

Many cultures around the world breastfeed to natural term, including many women in the Western world. This age range is only surprising in cultures that interrupt breastfeeding, often without realising it or knowing which norms are biological and which are cultural.

The concentration of fats and proteins increase as a baby grows into a toddler, along with increased levels of antibacterial and antiviral components such as lysozyme, which is an anti-inflammatory, and destroys bacteria.

Lysozyme increases in concentration from about 6 months old, when babies become more mobile and everything (toys, sand, cats biscuits?) goes straight in the mouth, and keeps increasing after the first year.

The concentration of Lactoferrin also increases over time. Lactoferrin inhibits the growth of some cancerous cells. It also binds to the iron in our baby’s body, preventing it from being available to harmful microorganisms that need iron to survive. Lactoferrin also kills the bacteria strep mutans, a cause of tooth decay and cavities.

Our body’s immune system takes around 6 years to become fully mature, so the support of the protective factors in breastmilk until our immune system can fully function on its own seems play a part in the timescale of natural term weaning too.

Longer term breastfeeding is also associated with reduced risk of diseases for mothers, including breast cancer.

We acknowledge that many mothers find it difficult to establish breastfeeding in the first place, that is a multi-layered investment on the part of a mother and that natural term feeding might not feel like, or be, a possibility for many.

We're not here to tell anyone what to do.

We also acknowledge that lack of information about our biology contributes to lack of support for mothers when they want to establish, or continue, breastfeeding, but cannot find the help they need from people who understand why it matters, or what is normal.

More at https://human-milk.com/pages/science-of-breastmilk

09/04/2025

⭐️ Exciting news! ⭐️
👣 is partnering with ! They are offering a discount to all TinyFeet Clients! 💫

“We’re Hannah and Adam Archambault, the owners of East Texas Turnovers and proud parents of our 10 month old son. After experiencing firsthand how overwhelming those last weeks of pregnancy and the first days home with a new baby can be, we wanted to create something to truly support other families.

That’s how our Maternity Clean was born - a home cleaning and gift basket designed to give parents peace of mind. Whether it’s done the week of the due date, while you’re at the hospital, or right after you come home, the goal is the same: to provide a sanitized, fresh, space so families can focus on what matters most.

We treat every home with the same care we’d want for our own family, and we’re honored to help make this special time a little easier. “

09/02/2025

08/29/2025

Go home! 🏠

06/18/2025

I’ve been seeing a lot of people throwing around the term ‘natural birth’, and I do believe there might be some confusion in our area of what natural birth is.

So, I’m Curious: what do you think of when you think of ‘natural’ birth?

05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day!
Today, we celebrate the strength, grace, and love of every mother—whether you’re just beginning your journey or already deep in the rhythm of motherhood.

As a birth and postpartum doula, I’m honored to have serviced our area for 10 years now. I’ll be honored to use my experience to walk alongside YOU during some of the most powerful and transformative moments of your life.

To celebrate *you*, I’m offering $200 off any doula package** for anyone who calls and schedules a consultation this week!

Just **mention this post** when you call, and let’s talk about how I can support you—whether you’re preparing for birth, navigating those early newborn days, or simply seeking compassionate, experienced care.

Let’s make your motherhood journey feel a little more supported, peaceful, and empowered.

Offer ends one week from today.
Spots are limited—message to schedule your consultation!

05/11/2025

This made me laugh! Had to share it! 🙃
Happy Mothers Day to those who are just now enjoying first moments of Motherhood, to the mature and experienced mothers!

If you’re expecting, remember you are already a momma! (Remind your partner ;) )
Give him a nudge and let him know that is offering $200 off packages for this week only! 🤰 🤱 ❤️

Just mention this post and schedule a consultation for this week to receive your discount on labor and postpartum packages!
(Excluding blackout dates!) Message for more details.

04/14/2025

Well, isn’t this interesting! 🙃
is not a new concept.
I’m so glad it is getting the recognition it deserves.

AJOG Expert Review in Labor: Water birth: a systematic review and meta-analysis of maternal and neonatal outcomes https://ow.ly/nr7O50R9Nzi

03/28/2025

Quantifying the association between doula care and maternal and neonatal outcomes https://ow.ly/JyRk50Vqj4J

03/26/2025

Our First Annual "Materni-TEA" Baby Debut 👶

We want to invite our families whose babies our NWS team delivered in 2024 to join us for an afternoon of celebration.

Friday, April 4th, 2025
2:00PM-4:00PM
Pecan Park Pavilion
826 E. Starr Ave.
Nacogdoches, TX 75961

Please RSVP to: NACWomensServices@TenetHealth.com

02/22/2025

12/10/2024

When you think of pelvic floor health, is the idea of tightening and strengthening the first thing that comes to mind?

Function in the pelvic floor is incredibly important for pregnancy, labor, postpartum, and our everyday lives. However, focusing solely on strengthening isn’t always the best solution for everyone. Overusing or improperly doing pelvic floor exercises may create more tension, which may disrupt balance or cause discomfort. Surprisingly, a weak pelvic floor can sometimes stem from muscles being too tight and overused. That’s why learning to release and soften these muscles as well as strengthening them is so valuable. We’re aiming for a pelvic floor that is supple and adaptable—not just strong and tight!

✨ When might strengthening not be the best approach?
If you have hip, back, or pelvic floor pain, or if you suffer from incontinence, relaxation-focused exercises may be more beneficial than strengthening.

✨ Alternative exercises to support pelvic floor health:
Squats: encourage flexibility and pelvic alignment and lengthen and strengthen the back of the legs and glutes.
360 Rib CageBreathing: breathing to expand your ribcage in all directions to breathe deeply and invite relaxation without putting pressure on the pelvic floor.
Bridges: strengthens the lower back and glutes (essential for a healthy pelvic floor, especially in pregnancy) and supports pelvic mobility.

A balanced and responsive pelvic floor is key to supporting your body during (pre)pregnancy, birth, and beyond. If you’re unsure whether your pelvic floor needs softening or strengthening or you experience pelvic pain, seek guidance from a pelvic floor therapist.

You and your body’s needs are unique—listen to yourself and embrace a balanced approach!