Moon Willow Doula, LLC

08/26/2021

Could't resist sharing this image from a United States Lactation Consultant Association continuing education webinar I did today. Learned so much about breastfeeding multiples! ☺️

05/21/2021

THIS POST IS WORTHY OF AN ENCORE:

Continuing on the theme of most frequently asked questions I hear in my work as a postpartum doula:
HOW DO I CALM MY CRYING BABY? “Well, I say, every baby is different-try some of these possibilities and see what works for you and your baby. The following is a list of 36 possibilities! It’s from my DONA International Postpartum Training Manual. Try some out yourself or share with some new parents. Better yet-hire a DONA-certified postpartum Doula for yourself or gift the services of one to somebody you love. You won’t regret it. 💜

05/19/2021

As we move though International Doula Month, DONA International shares some of the outcomes that doulas help create. According to Evidence Based Birth®, having continuous support in labor leads to:

As we move though International Doula Month, we want to share some of the outcomes that doulas help create. According to Evidence Based Birth®, having continuous support in labor leads to:

A 25% decrease in the risk of Cesarean
An 8% increase in the likelihood of a spontaneous vaginal birth
A 10% decrease in the use of any medications for pain relief
A Shorter labors by 41 minutes on average
A 38% decrease in the baby’s risk of a low five minute Apgar score
A 31% decrease in the risk of being dissatisfied with the birth experience

If you had a doula during birth, how did their support impact you?

05/12/2021

https://www.health4mom.org/promoting-breast-crawl/

"Your baby is born ready to wow you with a miracle: She can crawl to your breast and begin nursing all by herself."
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Your baby can begin nursing all by herself when your promote the breast crawl.

05/04/2021

Talk to a friend or family member.Reach out to your care provider or your doula. The help you need and deserve its out there, please ask.💜

Did you know that May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month and that today kicks off Maternal Mental Health Week? During this window of time, we pay special attention and ramp up our efforts to bring maternal mental health awareness and advocacy to the forefront. In commemoration, we will be featuring unique illustrations made specifically for MMHI by the very talented

Maternal mental health matters. Let's talk about it!

04/27/2021

I always get asked about reliable resources and good pregnancy reads. Check out three of my favorites. All are classics in the birth world because they are thorough, well-organized and accessible.

04/13/2021

Looking for a fun and easy DIY project for yourself or a friend who is expecting. Padsicles! Trust me, they pay big dividends during your postpartum recovery.💜

Make your own padsicles with this easy DIY for postpartum healing and relief. Padsicles help relieve pain and swelling after birth where you need it.

04/06/2021

"It will be one of the most challenging and powerful things you will ever do. You will grow in ways that you never knew possible. You will emerge a stronger and more confident woman — no matter how your birth unfolds."
--Mama Natural online childbirth course

Let us help you have a natural childbirth! Our self-paced & evidence-based online birthing class is led by a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) plus Genevieve “Mama Natural” Howland.

04/06/2021

"Being prepared in body and mind for your labor and delivery can give you the confidence needed to achieve an unmedicated birth. To help you with this goal, we have collected eight of the most useful natural delivery tips to get you ready for a natural childbirth."

We have collected 8 of the most useful natural delivery tips to prepare you for a natural childbirth.

03/28/2021

Improved Breastfeeding Initiation Rates! Another reason, all can benefit from the presence of a postpartum doula.

https://www.thedp.com/article/2021/03/penn-nursing-doula-breastfeeding-study?fbclid=IwAR1NictJJYE8jfbamimxPcS46kt7L1Uy1YU82y_M9f4rnaWhsV-ZFqF5bH0

The study examined published data on doulas and breastfeeding initiation and identified six areas in which doulas can help breastfeeding mothers, including lactation training and care outside the hopsital setting.

03/24/2021

Happy World Doula Week!

"When you hire a doula, you hire a champion for you — someone who sticks with you no matter what." https://bit.ly/3lIfh81

📸 Angelia Elaine - Birth Doula