Doulas of Empowerment LLC, D.O.E

07/21/2025

👨‍🍼 Hey Partner—You Don’t Need to Have All the Answers (Just the Snacks & the Snuggles) 💪💤

So your baby’s here… and suddenly you’re Googling things like:
🔎 “Is it normal for newborns to sound like baby goats?”
🔎 “Can I survive on 3 hours of sleep and love alone?”
🔎 “How do I help my partner without messing it up?”

We see you. You want to help, you just don’t want to say or do the wrong thing.
(And yes, saying “just sleep when the baby sleeps” might get you kicked out of the room. 😬)

Here’s the good news:
You don’t have to be the expert. You just have to show up and tag in.
And guess what? A postpartum doula can help both of you win.

✔️ I support your partner with recovery, feeding, and rest
✔️ I show you how to support like a champ—no guessing games
✔️ We create a team vibe where no one feels lost or alone

Because your support matters just as much as hers—and you deserve guidance too.

📩 Message me if you’re expecting (or in it already) and want your home to feel less chaotic and more connected. You're not just a "helper"—you're a vital part of this story.

07/19/2025

🍼 Newborns: Cute, Cuddly... and Confusing as Heck! 🤯👶

Nobody warned you that your tiny boss would:
✔️ Sleep all day… then party at 3 AM 🎉
✔️ Have more outfit changes than a runway model 👗
✔️ P**p up their back like it’s an Olympic sport 💩
✔️ Cry for 15 minutes and then smile like nothing happened 😅

Welcome to life with a newborn—where the snuggles are sweet, the coffee is cold, and Googling “why is my baby making dinosaur noises” at 2 AM is totally normal.

The good news? You don’t have to figure it all out alone.

As a postpartum doula, I help with:
👉 Decoding those mysterious baby grunts
👉 Soothing fussy nights
👉 Building your confidence (even on 2 hours of sleep)
👉 Reminding you that you are doing an amazing job—crusty hair and all 💜

📩 Send me a message if you’re ready for support, real talk, and fewer middle-of-the-night Google spirals.

07/14/2025

🌸 Your Mindset Matters in Birth 🌸

Birth isn’t just about the body—it’s a mental and emotional journey too. The way you think and feel going into labor can shape your entire experience.

✨ A calm, confident mindset: ✅ Lowers fear and tension
✅ Boosts natural labor hormones
✅ Helps you feel more in control—even when things don’t go as planned

Start training your mind like you prepare your body. Breathe deep. Repeat affirmations. Visualize your power.

🌀 Your body was made for this. Your mind can lead the way. 💪🏽

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07/12/2025

🌸 The Sweetest Bond Begins with Your Scent 👶💞

Did you know your newborn can recognize your scent within just a few hours of birth?

A mother’s smell is calming, familiar, and essential to building a secure bond. It helps regulate your baby’s breathing, heartbeat, and even supports breastfeeding success. Just holding your baby close—skin to skin—allows them to feel safe, loved, and deeply connected.

So if your little one melts into your chest or turns toward your scent, know that it’s their way of saying, “You’re my home.”

💗 Keep cuddling. Keep connecting. You’re doing exactly what they need. 💗

07/09/2025

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07/09/2025

https://www.doulasofempowerment.com/blog-2-1/5-ways-partners-can-prepare-for-labor-and-delivery-a-doulas-guide

🍼✨ Partners—Want to Feel More Confident Supporting Labor and Birth? ✨🍼

You don’t have to “know it all” to be the best support during labor—you just need to be present, prepared, and in tune with your partner.

As a doula, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful a supportive partner can be in the birth room. 💪💗

Here are 5 ways partners can prepare for labor and delivery:

👣 1. Take a childbirth class together – Learn what labor really looks like and how to support with confidence.

💆‍♂️ 2. Practice comfort measures – Massage, breathing, counter-pressure, and calming the birth space all matter!

📋 3. Know the birth plan AND be flexible – Understanding preferences helps you support informed decisions during birth.

🫶 4. Be emotionally present – Reassurance, eye contact, and calm energy go a long way during intense moments.

🤝 5. Hire a doula! – We support both of you so you can focus on connection, not just logistics.

💬 “I didn’t have to know everything—our doula guided us and let me just be there for my partner.” – Real partner feedback

👉 If you're preparing for birth and want to feel supported and ready—reach out today. I offer doula support, birth prep sessions, and personalized partner coaching.

📲 Let’s make your birth experience feel informed, empowered, and connected.♥
Call or Text today, Let's schedule a talk session!

Labor and birth are powerful experiences—not just for the birthing person, but also for the partner. As a doula, I’ve seen firsthand how a prepared and present partner can completely change the tone of the birth space. When a partner is calm, confident, and informed, they help create a safer, mo...

07/05/2025

🌿 Let’s Talk About the Real Postpartum Period... 🍼💤

You’ve had the baby… now what? 👀

✔️ The visitors want baby snuggles
✔️ The laundry’s piling up
✔️ You’re running on 2 hours of sleep and cold coffee
✔️ Your emotions are everywhere (and so is the baby p**p)

This is where a postpartum doula steps in—not with judgment, but with support, care, and calm. 💜

✨ Imagine this:

You get a few hours of restful sleep

Baby is soothed while you shower

Breastfeeding challenges are met with encouragement, not pressure

You’re reminded: you’re doing a great job

You don’t have to do this alone.
You weren’t meant to.
Let’s build your village—together.

💬 Have questions about how postpartum doula care works? Drop them below or send a message—I'm here to support you, not just your birth, but your whole journey. 💫

06/29/2025

https://www.doulasofempowerment.com/blog-2-1/finding-your-voice-how-to-advocate-for-yourself-during-labor-with-a-doula-by-your-side

One of the biggest misconceptions about doulas, is we advocate for you. It's only partially true. Part of our job is to create a safe place for you to feel confident to find and use your voice. You deserve to be a part of the convo, your in control of your body and your birth.

Let's set up a time for a free 30 minute chat. Accepting births for late August, early September, October and November.

Labor and delivery can be one of the most vulnerable yet powerful times in your life. You're bringing a new life into the world—and while there's so much beauty in that, there can also be moments of uncertainty, pressure, or feeling unheard in the birth space. That’s where self-advocacy becomes ...

06/27/2025

I had to share with mommas permission of course. She starting to smile a lot more. And ma’am has a new trick. She’ll will start blowing spit bubbles so much that it looks like she thrown up just to picked up. Momma have to give me a heads up. And sure enough she tried it on me after momma fed her 😂.

But I was so happy to get alittle half smile especially once she saw herself.

Momma calls her Brown Sugar and I love it ❤️

06/24/2025

For newborns who are getting the hang of sleeping, swaddling or using a sleep sack can help Baby feel calm and secure, which helps them fall asleep. 💤

Important to note: Baby will need to stop using a swaddle much sooner than a sleep sack. Baby should stop swaddling when they attempt to roll over.

Always remember to follow the sleep safety tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Comment “SLEEPING” for the full therapist-approved article on when to use a swaddle and a sleep sack with Baby.

06/24/2025

🌟 Your Voice Matters in the Birth Room 🌟

Labor isn’t just about bringing a baby into the world—it’s also about finding your voice and being heard. 💪🏽💬

Too often, birthing people feel pressured, rushed, or unheard during labor. That’s why self-advocacy is everything.

But here’s the truth:

🤰🏽 Doulas don’t speak for you.
✨ We create space.
✨ We remind you of your power.
✨ We support you to ask the right questions, make informed choices, and say what YOU need.

We’re not here to take your voice.
We’re here to help you use it.

So the next time someone asks, “What does a doula actually do?” Tell them:

👉🏽 We help you stand strong.
👉🏽 We help you stay informed.
👉🏽 We help you be heard.

Because in the birth room, your voice isn’t just welcome—it’s essential. 💚

06/20/2025

How much does the uterus grow during pregnancy?
A) From a blueberry to an avocado
B) From a plum to a pineapple
C) From a pear to a watermelon
D) It doesn’t change size
💬 Vote below!