Tender Transitions Doula

08/25/2022

Expectant parents and birth professionals check out these lovely classes offered through Birth and Baby University!!

Birth & Baby University classes are offered self-paced & virtual. Providing expecting and new families access to high quality & practical non-biased information on ALL topics related to pregnancy, labor, birth & postpartum! Hypnobirth is offered!!

https://ericacfd--birthandbabyuniversity.thrivecart.com/intro-to-childbirth-zoom-august-14/

Online evidence based self-paced childbirth & baby care classes for expecting families and comprehensive doula trainings and courses for doulas and perinatal professionals.

01/30/2021

As a doula, I am always discussing the topic of mental health with my clients. I'm so excited for the opening of The Dahila Center 💛 If you are struggling with prenatal or postpartum depression/anxiety, reach out to Mandy. You're in good hands with her I can promise.

We're excited to announce that we're open and scheduling new patients!!! specializes in prenatal and postpartum mental health. We offer medication management and supportive therapy. Appointments are via telehealth anywhere in Illinois. Dahlia Center is out-of-network with insurance. Visit dahliaperinatal.com, call 815-270-8700, or email dahliacenter@dahliaperinatal.com to schedule an appointment!

01/28/2021

Childbirth Education classes coming soon ✨

07/20/2020

As a birth doula, I believe one of my most valuable roles can be to supplement the efforts of your birth partner(s). I often work "behind the scenes" to empower husbands/wives, mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and friends to be your greatest support.

Even though I know "birth", they know YOU. That emotional intimacy is invaluable during labor. And I love to see those deep connections at work.

📷: Esther Edith, Photographer & Doula

07/17/2020

The double-hip squeeze is a favorite comfort measure among laboring women. In fact, this technique for counter pressure on the pelvis and back can often make the difference between tolerable and intolerable discomfort.

As the pelvis is being stretched by the pressure of the baby's head bearing down, this squeeze pushes the pelvis back into a relaxed position, which both relieves the pressure of the stretch and even, causes the pelvis to flare out slightly, allowing the baby room to rotate around and move down.

Stay tuned for a later post to learn how to perform this technique!

📷: Esther Edith, Photographer & Doula

07/14/2020

There is something so magical about this city. I am filled with gratitude as I return to my passion — supporting mothers and families, from sunset to sunrise, during tender transitions.
you @ Chicago Downtown

06/29/2020

Incredible birth affirmations by hung in the birthing space of a strong birthing mama.
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06/26/2020

So honored to support this beautiful strong family ❤️

This is the home birth story of Aesop Pines, by Esther Edith Photographer, Videographer, and Doula Spokane, WA & Idaho Birth Videography www.estheredith.com ...

02/28/2019

As a postpartum doula there are times my main task is keeping an older sibling occupied so mommy and baby can bond. Baking green muffins with a toddler is always a fun activity 💚

02/02/2019

Hopeful that these things will start to change 💜

The Center for Disease Control recently reported that the U.S. birth rate is at a record low. In an economy where babies cost a lot and paid leave is scarce, this should be no surprise.

01/30/2019

Braving snowstorms and artic like temps this week to keep families supported during this harsh winter weather we're having 💜

12/23/2018

11/21/2018

There is no greater honor than to be chosen by a family to assist them in bringing their baby into the world. After each delivery I am always left in awe at just how strong these mamas are!! Thank you Alexa with Divine Birth Project for taking these beautiful photos 💜

11/07/2018

Meal prepping is one of my favorite things to do for my postpartum families! Making things they can eat one handed while caring for baby or easy to reheat meals like soups. I was recently referred to as the "cooking fairy who visits at night". I love that title 💜 This was all made free of dairy & soy.

10/21/2018

Spinning Babies training 💜

10/13/2018

Elderberries are packed full of Vitamin C & antioxidants. It's wonderdul for the expectant and postpartum mama's 💜 I have kept a bottle of local Elderberry Syrup in our fridge for the past few Cold & Flu seasons for my toddler and myself. This year I decided to make it for us. It was simple and my little ones approve of the taste!
https://wellnessmama.com/1888/elderberry-syrup/
(**Remember to omit the honey if you plan to give this to your baby under one.)