New York Doula

02/07/2018

Just had a crew from media at my house shooting a short on placenta encapsulation and . 'Cause my life is just that random.

05/05/2015

DOULA- 8.5 x 11" / inspirational art/ birth art/ natural birth/ gift for new mom/ blessing way gift/ gift for mom/ new mom/ pregnancy

02/08/2015

Sorry its been so long! Too many births so little time.

I am writing a series of posts on birth myths to try to dispel some of the untruths that the obstetric world has passed off as reality to unsuspecting mothers. The point of this series is to use evidence based research to answer questions about birth not to just simply rely on ‘its-always-been-done-that-way’ as a reason to make certain choices during the birth experience.

The first post is on eating during labor. Enjoy!

http://www.newyorkdoula.com/birth-myth-1-you-cant-eat-during-labor/

Today’s birth myth concerns the restriction many hospitals place on eating and drinking. Is it really to the benefit of the mother and baby?

01/07/2015

I keep getting questions on turning breech babies, here's an interesting and entertaining piece on the subject. There are many more options than this. I use rebozo as a doula and am amazed at all its many functions. Enjoy and share http://www.igetitfrommymammablog.com/2014/07/how-i-encouraged-my-frank-breech-baby.html

01/05/2015

We're all asking the same questions..

01/04/2015

Wasn't my first choice but after three and a half months of unsuccessful latching I chose the lesser of two evils--full time pumping. Pumping is no joke, it requires dedication, and YES it counts as nursing. Here are some great tips for those who choose by will or by default to pump full time. Share with others

My son, the Happy Baby, was born full-term, via C-section in April of 2012. He was in respiratory distress and required oxygen support immediately. One of his main health issues is a condition call...

01/02/2015

A great DIY alternative to the sitz bath. DIY pads you can take to the hospital for after birth cate down there.

http://mylittleme.com/homemade-postpartum-pads-for-soothing-and-healing/

01/02/2015

12/31/2014

OmG, please read this if you want to understand evidence based obstetrics today. Wonderfully written.

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12/31/2014

She’s curled up on the couch, waiting, a ball of baby and emotions. A scrambled pile of books on pregnancy, labor, baby names, breastfeeding … not one more word can be absorbed. The birth supplies are loaded in a laundry basket, ready for action. The freezer is filled with meals, the car seat instal…

12/30/2014

I love yoga for pregnacy. It helps to strengthen those birthing muscles without too much strain. Here's an easy to use infographic. Share with other mamas.

12/29/2014

Why hire hire a doula? (Infographic)