Hope's Embrace, Nicholasville, KY (2025)

10/11/2025

Ever wonder what a doula really brings to the birth room? Spoiler: it’s not just expertise 😉 We asked our doulas to name a few things they come fully loaded with, and here's what they said:

✨ Cooling towels you snap cold
✨ Straws for blow-up birth balls and drinks
✨ iPad for capturing every special moment
✨ Pocket full of alcohol pads to quickly help with nausea
✨ Hair ties for all the labor hair-ups
✨ Little baggies for jewelry if a cesarean becomes necessary
✨ Cross stitch to keep hands busy while she naps with an epidural

It’s the thoughtful, behind-the-scenes touches that help mamas feel supported, cared for, and just a little more comfortable 💜🌿

10/10/2025

Today is , and we want to shine a light on the mental and emotional journey of childbirth and parenthood. Many parents experience anxiety, fear, or postpartum mood changes, and that’s completely normal. Our Doulas at Hope's Embrace are here not just for the birth, but to support your mental and emotional well-being every step of the way. You don’t have to do this alone. 💜

10/09/2025

Why hire a doula? Because every mom deserves calm, confidence, and continuous support. From emotional care to comfort techniques and advocacy—your doula is there every step of the way. 💛

➡️Ready to learn more? Click the link in our bio to connect with one of our doulas today!

10/04/2025

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re reminding all women: your health matters. 💕 Don’t wait—schedule your screening today. Early detection saves lives, and taking care of yourself sets an example for everyone you love. Let’s be proactive, not reactive—your future self will thank you!

10/03/2025

🌿 Join Us for a 3-Day Doula Training Event! 🌿

Hope’s Embrace is excited to invite you to an immersive 3-day Doula Training, hosted at the Hampton Inn in Nicholasville, KY. This event will be held November 14-16 , 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Whether you're starting your journey as a doula or deepening your skills, this training will equip you with the knowledge and support to empower families in your community.

Attendance Fee: $650
📩 Email info@hopesembraceky.org to secure your spot!

One way we support our mission is by training doulas—particularly in areas where more support is needed. Our curriculum is designed to bridge gaps left by many traditional doula trainings, focusing on working with at-risk and marginalized populations. A few of the categories covered by the training include:

-The physiological and emotional aspects of pregnancy and birth
-Supporting clients through labor and the postpartum period
-Communication and advocacy skills
-Cultural competency and trauma-informed care
-Guidance on setting up and running your own doula business

By completing this training, you will be certified as a birth doula through Hope’s Embrace. Once certified, you are free to practice independently or contract with us to serve families in your community!

At Hope’s Embrace, we are committed to providing compassionate, inclusive, and culturally competent birth support so that every person, regardless of their circumstances, has access to the care they need and deserve. 💜

10/01/2025

At Hope’s Embrace, we’re committed to transforming the lives of women and families by providing essential support during childbirth. Every year, we help 70+ moms in need across Kentucky—supporting births, teaching classes, and offering bereavement care. 💜

None of this is possible without your support. You can help make birth support accessible to all. Donate today: 👉 hopesembraceky.org/ -now

09/27/2025

Myth vs. Truth 💜💭

Myth: Doulas make decisions for you.

Truth: Doulas don’t speak for you—we equip you with information, remind you of your choices, and support the decisions you make.

Your birth. Your voice. Your story.

Reach out today using the link in our bio to learn more!🌿

09/26/2025

🌟 Team Spotlight: Emily Lemmon, Birth Doula, Serving Liberty and Surrounding Areas🌟

Born and raised in rural Casey County and one of ten children, Emily has a heart for supporting moms. When not on call, she works on an organic produce farm, creates simple birth flower paintings for the moms she supports, and goes on hiking adventures—especially if there’s a waterfall (or ice cream) at the end!

We’re so thankful to have Emily on the Hope’s Embrace team!💜

09/24/2025

We are so honored to walk alongside families during such a life-changing season. 💜 Jessica’s words remind us why this work matters so deeply—every mother deserves to feel supported, heard, and advocated for.

If you’re curious about how a doula could support your journey, we’d love to connect. Click the link in our bio to learn more about our services 💌

09/20/2025

🌿 Why do doula trainings matter? Because every family deserves to feel supported, informed, and empowered through birth. Our Birthing with Hope Doula Training equips you with the knowledge, tools, and encouragement you need to walk alongside families in your community with confidence and compassion. 💜

Message us to learn more 💭

09/18/2025

🌿 Join Us for a 3-Day Doula Training Event! 🌿

Hope’s Embrace is excited to invite you to an immersive 3-day Doula Training, hosted at the Hampton Inn in Nicholasville, KY. This event will be held November 14-16 , 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Whether you're starting your journey as a doula or deepening your skills, this training will equip you with the knowledge and support to empower families in your community.

Attendance Fee: $650
📩 Email info@hopesembraceky.org to secure your spot!

One way we support our mission is by training doulas—particularly in areas where more support is needed. Our curriculum is designed to bridge gaps left by many traditional doula trainings, focusing on working with at-risk and marginalized populations. A few of the categories covered by the training include:

-The physiological and emotional aspects of pregnancy and birth
-Supporting clients through labor and the postpartum period
-Communication and advocacy skills
-Cultural competency and trauma-informed care
-Guidance on setting up and running your own doula business

By completing this training, you will be certified as a birth doula through Hope’s Embrace. Once certified, you are free to practice independently or contract with us to serve families in your community!

At Hope’s Embrace, we are committed to providing compassionate, inclusive, and culturally competent birth support so that every person, regardless of their circumstances, has access to the care they need and deserve. 💜

09/16/2025

100 births. 100 moments of strength and love. We're so proud of Renee for reaching this incredible milestone—what a gift she is to the families she serves! 💜

"I never thought I would need a doula. I have recommended doulas on a regular basis to friends and to just about any pregnant woman I meet. But me? No, I’m good at birth! I’ve had two easy pregnancies and two relatively easy deliveries; I certainly don’t need any extra help. That’s how I felt going into my third pregnancy, until it became clear that this baby was not going to be easy. He was stubbornly breech and that left few options. I had been talking with Renee for my entire pregnancy as a friend and as a friend she talked me through my options for delivery and what a C-section (which is what I ultimately chose) would be like. She had offered to be my doula many times and I declined up until the very last minute and I am so thankful that I relented and invited her into my birth-space. I know people say why would you need a doula for a C-section because there isn’t a lot of hands-on work for them to do in that situation but having her calm presence in the operating room turned what otherwise could have been a traumatic experience into a mostly positive one. Little things like a hand squeeze at the right moment and her ability to remain calm in all situations made a huge difference for me. I fully expected to get to hold my son on the operating room table, but he did not transition well to the outside world. Renee was the one who told me, ever so gently, that my son was going to have to visit the NICU. That was one of the scariest moments of my life, but her calming presence ultimately enabled me to stay mostly calm. So no, I didn’t get the hip squeezes or back rubs or many of the physical things that I think of when I think of a doula’s work, but she gave me a really amazing gift of being able to stay calm in an incredibly scary situation and that allowed me to process what was happening in the moment and ultimately preserved my 3rd birthing experience. I truly believe that every mother needs a doula, and that’s why the work that Renee is doing with Hopes Embrace is so important." - Ellen

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