Birth and Beyond Doula Services

04/02/2026

04/02/2026

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Birth & Beyond Doula Services offers personalized Prenatal, Birth, & Postpartum support for families, providing professional doula care to empower your birth experience.

03/12/2026

💤Safe Sleep Week – Keep it simple, keep it safe 💤

This week we’re supporting Safe Sleep Week, sharing simple ways to create a safe sleep space for your baby.

Our lovely community Maternity Support Worker Denise has helped us demonstrate two different Moses basket setups so you can easily spot the difference between a safer sleep space and one that could increase risks.

❌ The left side shows an unsafe sleep setup:
• Baby wearing a hat indoors
• Large cuddly toy in the basket
• Rolled blanket used for propping
• Multiple blankets swaddling baby and a duvet-style cover

These items can increase the risk of overheating and suffocation.

✅ The right side shows a safer sleep setup:
• Baby on their back to sleep
• A clear cot or Moses basket
• A firm mattress with a fitted sheet
• A light blanket tucked under the arms or a baby sleep bag
• No hats indoors
• Nothing else in the basket/cot (no toys, pillows or positioners)

💡 Keep it simple to keep it safe
Safe sleep spaces should be clear, flat and firm – babies don’t need lots of extras.

Preparing for a new baby can feel overwhelming, but when it comes to sleep, the safest space is often the simplest one.

You can also find helpful guidance on choosing safe sleep products here:
🔗https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Product-guide.pdf

We’ll be sharing more safer sleep tips throughout the week.

The Lullaby Trust

11/30/2025

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11/30/2025

❤️ Postpartum Heart Health Matters ❤️

Did you know that the weeks after birth are just as important for your heart as during pregnancy?

Many new moms are unaware that heart-related complications are a leading cause of maternal deaths, especially among Black women and those with limited access to care. That’s why Birth & Beyond Services is committed to supporting not just your baby’s health—but yours too.

Here’s what to watch for after giving birth:
🔸 Shortness of breath
🔸 Swelling in legs or feet that gets worse
🔸 Chest pain or fast heartbeat
🔸 Extreme fatigue or dizziness
🔸 High blood pressure or headaches that don’t go away

🚨 These may be signs of postpartum preeclampsia, cardiomyopathy, or other serious conditions. Don’t wait—get checked, ask questions, and speak up about your symptoms.

You matter. Your heart matters. 💗 Let us help connect you with screenings, blood pressure cuffs, postpartum wellness kits, and referrals to providers who care.

📲 DM us for resources or a one-on-one check-in.

11/30/2025

💻 Virtual Postpartum Education – 1-on-1 Support Just for You 💕

New baby? Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.

Birth & Beyond Services now offers virtual 45-minute postpartum education sessions designed to empower, support, and guide you through the healing journey after birth.

🌿 Topics We Cover:
🩺 Physical & emotional recovery
🧠 Postpartum depression & anxiety
🛏️ Sleep safety & newborn care
🩹 Breastfeeding, body changes & healing
💗 Self-care tips + real talk for real moms
📦 Wellness kits available for local families

💬 Cost: $50 for a 45-minute session
💞 Sliding scale available—no one turned away
📅 Flexible scheduling | Private Zoom link
📲 Book now: Kwheaton@birthandbeyondservices.org or DM us!

Let’s make your postpartum journey one of healing, support, and strength. You deserve it. 💕

09/16/2025

09/16/2025

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08/26/2025

Every baby deserves a safe night’s sleep. 💤
Remember the ABC’s of Safe Sleep:
✅ Alone
✅ Back
✅ Crib

No pillows, blankets, toys, or bumper pads. Just your baby on a firm, flat mattress.
These simple steps save lives and help reduce the risk of SIDS. 💛

📖 Learn more here: Cribs for Kids Safe Sleep Resources

08/26/2025

https://www.parents.com/unexpected-ways-postpartum-depression-affected-me-and-how-i-got-help-11735853

Postpartum depression symptoms can vary, from person to person and experience to experience. Here, one parent shares some of the more unusual ways PPD affected her and how to get help.