Salem’s Roots Doula Services

11/07/2025

The love this family has for expecting mamas is so special❤️

11/07/2025

It’s time more people start recognizing it!

Decades of research have shown that round-the-clock fetal monitoring does not reliably predict fetal distress, and experts say it leads to many unnecessary surgeries. But it’s still used in nearly every birth in the U.S. because of business and legal concerns, a New York Times investigation found. https://nyti.ms/3WF7yLx

10/15/2025

We will be lighting a candle for the baby girl with the name behind my doula business, Salem Grace and her two siblings🤍

On Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day, Wednesday, October 15th, we invite you to light a candle on our front porch in honor of the little ones we carry in our hearts. Your light will shine for love, for memory, for healing.🕯️

10/08/2025

This is so real and can be scary to experience when you don’t know how to put the feeling into words!

Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex (D-MER) is a condition that affects some breastfeeding mothers, characterized by negative emotions that occur just before or during milk letdown. Unlike postpartum depression or anxiety, D-MER is specifically linked to the physiological process of milk release. Understanding D-MER is important for providing support and effective management for affected mothers.

D-MER is a sudden and brief wave of negative emotions, such as sadness, anxiety, irritability, or even a sense of dread, that occurs just before the milk ejection reflex. These feelings typically last only a few minutes and resolve once milk flow begins

Symptoms of D-MER vary in intensity and nature but are generally negative and unpleasant. They can include:
- Sadness or Despair
- Anxiety or Panic
- Irritability or Anger
- Dread or Guilt
- Emotional Numbness
-Homesickness

D-MER is distinct from other emotional or psychological conditions like postpartum depression (PPD) or postpartum anxiety (PPA):
- Timing: D-MER is closely linked to the act of breastfeeding and the letdown reflex, whereas PPD and PPA are more constant and pervasive
- Duration: The negative emotions in D-MER are short-lived, lasting only a few minutes during milk letdown
- Specificity: D-MER symptoms are specifically triggered by breastfeeding, not by other activities or events

10/02/2025

📢If your baby has been denied care, you are welcome here. We have been finding that newborns are being denied medical care because they have not received the Hepatitis B vaccine at birth. This is very upsetting and concerning to us. Your newborn is not a threat without this particular vaccine, nor does our policy or personal belief include turning patients away regardless of your beliefs on vaccination. These are some of our most vulnerable individuals, and they deserve medical care just like everyone else.

At Whole Family Wellness, we believe it shouldn’t have to get to that point. Your baby deserves quality, respectful, and individualized care from day one. Your baby's first few visits after birth are very important because this is the time you establish guidance, support, learn to breastfeed, etc.

We encourage all families to bring their newborns in for a well visit within 3–5 days after birth, or sooner, depending on the situation. Our well visit allows for a comprehensive assessment of your infant and the opportunity for further evaluation if abnormalities are detected. These early days are so important for your baby’s health and your confidence as a parent.

💰 If we do not accept your insurance and you have been turned away from your pediatrician, we will work out the payment and offer highly discounted rates. Please note that this is for newborns only!

Let’s give your baby the best start possible. Reach out to schedule your visit—we’re here for you!

-Whole Family Wellness

08/25/2025

🌿 Postpartum Support Group – Bloomington 🌿

The early weeks and months of parenthood can feel both beautiful and overwhelming. Join us for our Postpartum Support Group starting Friday, September 5 from 11am-noon at the .

Whether you’re adjusting to life with a newborn, navigating sleep deprivation, or just needing a place to feel heard—this group is for you.

📍 Birth Center of Bloomington-Normal
🗓️ Every Friday starting Sept 5
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – Noon

Reach out to register today! contact@thevillagecu.com or 2172629975.

08/01/2025

It’s World Breastfeeding Week!

No matter where you are in your journey, I am proud of you! If you see a mom breastfeeding her baby, offer her some water and maybe a sweet treat😋

Cheers ladies🥛

07/31/2025

07/30/2025

Next year seems so far away until you have clients due in 2026!! I would love to be your doula🤍 reach out for a consult, I’d love to chat!

07/14/2025

We are halfway through July already?? It’s not too late to take advantage of this huge discount!! I would love to book a consult and chat 🥰

To kick start my doula career, I thought I’d run a little promo🥰

If you book with me during the month of July, you will get 25% off your services!! Message me to set up a consultation, and let’s get you the birth full of YOUR decisions🥳

07/10/2025

"mother the mother" is a saying we need to get more familiar with!

Family: Yes, that baby is so cute and squishy, but unless you are offered the baby to hold, how about you do some dishes or make a meal😉 remember; this is mom's first time meeting her baby too!

You’re the one they run to.
The one who makes everything okay.
But who’s making sure you’re okay?

Your baby only has one mama.
And she deserves care too.

If no one’s told you lately—you’re doing an incredible job.
And if you ever need reminders like this… this space is for you.
Follow along. You don’t have to do it alone anymore.🤎

07/07/2025

This is what support looks like. A doula, a rebozo, and a mother in her power—working together through the waves of labor. Gentle hands, fierce love, and ancient wisdom. Birth is beautiful, birth is empowering, birth is sacred.

It was an honor to be part of this beautiful birth. This mama showed grit, determination, and unwavering love for her sweet baby!