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Afterglow Postpartum Doula LLC, Minneapolis, MN (2025)

07/10/2024

If you own a childcare center that isn't inclusive to children with high amounts of ineffective behaviors, you don't love children. You love children that exist in a way that makes your life easier.

If you own a childcare center and you haven't made it inclusive for children with ADHD, autism, and physical disabilities, you don't love children. You're just ableist.

If you own a childcare center and you believe some children are "bad kids", you do not love children. You love power and control over a vulnerable population.

If you own a childcare and consistently exclude/punish/belittle children of color (even subconsciously), you do not love children. You love white children. (And you NEED to target the bias inside yourself asap).

If you own a childcare center and you don't pick up crying babies because it "spoils them", you do not love children and you do not understand infant development at all.

If you own a childcare and you don't pay your teachers a living wage and benefits, you don't love children. If you loved children, you would make sure the people taking care of those children are healthy and not burnt out from working 4 jobs.

If you own a childcare center and you frequently raise your voice around children to try to "get them to listen", you don't understand child development, and you aren't looking for them to listen, you're looking for them to obey.

One day I'll figure out the funding and the schedule and accomplish my dream of opening an ethical center. But until then, can we please just do a little better? They're just kids. They need us.

(This rant is NOT brought to you by my current place of work. I'm so grateful for where I'm currently teaching/caretaking. I just needed to express some frustration; I don't think people who don't work in the field understand how truly flawed it still is.)

05/03/2024

Every ✨ BABY ✨ is an artist

03/04/2024

I’m very excited to announce that I’ve accepted a new position as the Lead Infant Teacher at Lake Harriet Community Childcare in Edina, Minnesota.

My values and passions align with this nonprofit and I’m excited to be part of their cause. Bringing my passion for infant development and education into a new sphere.

I’ll still be taking doula clients for weekend care, but with this full-time job change, I’d like to narrow my doula practice to the populations I’m most passionate about: low income parents, disabled parents, lgbtq parents, and parents facing other barriers to education, support, and care for their newborns.

If you or a parent you know could utilize some part time weekend doula support, please send them my way. We can discuss pricing. I have both sliding fee scale and pro bono services available based on availability.

I’m very excited to be bringing my values and passions together in such a profound way.

02/16/2024

Let's talk about Mom Guilt! (Really, Parent Guilt).

One of the reasons I believe postpartum doulas are so vital to the birth and parenting community is due to what we call "internet noise" driving parents to make decisions based on the internalized judgment of other parents and professionals.

There is so much information flying around the internet about how to be a "good" parent. Sleep methods, feeding, safety, what your infant wears, how you talk to them, daycare or SAHM's, home schooling vs. public, honestly it just never stops. There's always something to have an opinion on.

You don't know how many times I've heard the heartbreaking statement of, "I'm not a good mom/dad/parent" come from the parents I've worked with. I wish I could somehow instantly show you all just how amazing you are.

It's okay to have opinions on the right way to raise your child. It's okay to look to social media for inspiration. The influencers parenting their children the way you want to, their homes looking neat and tidy, their family functioning so seemingly smooth, the clothes they wear, the money they have, the products they get for their children.

But also, we need to remember: It's not real life. None of it is. Parenting is not a competition or race, and every time we, both parents and professionals in the birthing, education, and parenting communities start to judge each other harshly, we take 3 steps backward.

Do you love your child?
Do you care for them?
Do you want them to have the best life possible?
Are you doing your best?

Then you are, innately, a good parent. Everything else is only defined by the resources you have.

02/08/2024

Hi friends!

We have Valentine's Day coming up next week and I just thought to myself, what's better for a new parent than the gift of support?

I now have virtual gift vouchers available for purchase. DM me for details!

Take a look at my website to learn more about how I can support your loved ones through their postpartum time. (Link in bio)

01/29/2024

January is almost over and it’s got me thinking about continuing my new years goals.

I know a lot of people, myself included, start to get overwhelmed about this time and forget what’s important. We entered the new year with so much ambition but it goes quiet relatively quickly.

I’m trying to rededicate to mine monthly and change things where I need to. This year the goals I set were

1. Visit the ocean
2. Join a choir
3. Grow my business
4. Be a better friend, partner and family member.

Did you set any goals this year? Parenting goals, mental health goals, career goals?

How are they holding up? I’m rooting for you!

01/25/2024

I've noticed two misconceptions about infant eyesight while working in this field.

1. The idea that infants are blind at birth
2. The idea that infant's vision is fully developed at birth

Both of these thought processes make sense to have as a new parent or provider, but neither of them reflects the truth about your baby's eyesight.

The fun facts are these:
- Newborn babies do have vision at birth. Their eyesight, however, is blurry and lacking in color.
-The vision of infants ages 0-3 months rapidly improves and is a huge factor in neurological development and hand-eye coordination.
-Between 2- and 4-months infants begin to see red and green. The rest of the colors follow after.
-Typically, by 1 year of age, an infant's eyesight has fully developed.

DM me for more information on activities you can do with your infant to stimulate their vision and brain growth development! I would love to hear from you.

01/21/2024

Think of a doula as someone there to provide you support - mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually - as you navigate one of life's biggest transitions. There are birth doulas, postpartum doulas, death and loss doulas, and more. Each of us has a niche for a different type of care. As a trained postpartum doula, I am here to help you navigate the physical and emotional changes you'll experience as a new parent.

I believe every new parent is entitled to this support which is why I not only work with postpartum birth mothers, but adoptive parents, foster parents, and single fathers. You deserve to have someone in your corner assisting you with this transition.

I am especially passionate about working with LGBTQ+ families and those living with disabilities. It's my mission to help all types of parents adjust to the evolving roles in their families.

01/18/2024

I thought a lot about whether or not I wanted to disclose my addiction recovery on my business page. It feels risky and vulnerable. Addiction is a tricky topic no matter what field you work in.

But then I remembered, those fears that I have? They're caused by stigma, and there's only one way to overcome stigma: We've got to talk about it.

Today, I am proud to say that I have 3 years of continuous sobriety. My story with alcohol is long, hard, and intense. Alcohol was, for me, a medication first and a means of "fun" second. And I almost lost my life to it.

It's only by the grace of my support system, loved ones, professionals, and the patient families that I worked with at the time that I was able to get into treatment. I was able to relocate, to build a sober community, to get to a place where I could save my own life. And then later, to a place where I could accomplish my dream of being a doula.

Now, 3 years later, I've continued to further my education. I have my own LLC. I live in a bigger city in a home and neighborhood that I love. I regularly cry at just how abundant my life has become. I am so, so grateful.

Addiction affects over 2 million Americans a year. Many of us recover out loud. Many of us recover anonymously. Many of us leave the world too soon before we have a chance.

If you’re struggling with substance use, please know that my DM’s are always open to you. I accept you as you are and I will not judge you. Please know: It doesn’t have to be like this. You are not alone.

09/13/2023

Summer ‘23 stats:

-3 beautiful babies born
-15+ drives back and forth between Fargo and the Twin Cities
-2 moves
-Hundreds of diapers
-way too much heat
-One new city I now call home
-Zero social media posts … 🤣

Keeping up with social media is HARD while moving, working, and prioritizing my health. I’ll be back around here as much as I can. 😌

But hey, life comes first. Social media, second.

Sending love

❤️ Jo

06/01/2023

We made it!!!

Say hi to the Twin Cities’ newest postpartum doula 💓

05/16/2023

Afterglow moves to the cities pt 1

I’m so excited! I’ve been dreaming about this for the last year and I’ve worked so hard for it. Making new connections, diversity, opportunity, friendship.

As postpartum doula work is still one of my “side gigs”, I’ve been doing a lot of interviews for infant care work in Minneapolis-St Paul. Each one reminds me how passionate I am about this work. I’m the one person I’ve ever met who loves job interviews 😂 and it’s because I love talking about infant care and doula life.

I’m counting the days and there are 11 left. 11 days until I accomplish my dream of being a doula in the twin cities. TV doulas: I’m so excited to be a part of your community.

03/28/2023

"Cubra-se quando for amamentar seu bebê."

Presente para seguidores
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03/27/2023

Hi friends!

I took a bit of a social media hiatus but I’m back to connect with you.

What’s new with me?
I am currently preparing my move to St. Paul and I will be accepting clients in the Twin Cities and surrounding areas starting in June this year. I am so excited. I’m also just so grateful for the Fargo-Moorhead clients that I’ve worked with as I began my doula journey. These beautiful families welcomed me into their homes and allowed me to be a part of such a sacred time in their lives- I genuinely couldn’t be more grateful.

Still obsessed with my job, still pushing self acceptance and grace, still in love with every baby I meet.

Have the greatest Monday and as always, reach out if you need ANYTHING. Bless 💓

02/11/2023

It can be difficult to set boundaries postpartum.

The people in your life are so excited to meet your new child and be involved. They have the best intentions, but may want more access to you and your family than you are comfortable with.

My advice for postpartum boundaries is this:

Plan and set intentions beforehand, but understand that your boundaries may change postpartum. It’s okay to set a certain boundary before your baby is born, and then need to change your mind later. Our comfort levels change with circumstances and that’s okay!

Practice direct communication with the people in your life. Get used to saying exactly what you mean.

Lead with love. If you are coming from a good place, you are doing things right. You know better than anyone what is best for you and your family. Trust your gut.

And finally, lean on your supports if you need help reinforcing your boundaries.

Sending love. #

02/06/2023

🤣🤣 Okay this cracked me up.

But real talk:
You ARE a good parent.
And your kids are not bad. They’re just learning how to be humans and it’s a lot of work!

Keep your head up and ask for help when you need it 💓

Sending love.

Afterglow Postpartum Doula LLC

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