Babe Haven

03/23/2025

Hey there NWA!! I’m one of your local doulas, and since it’s the first day of “World Doula Week” I figured I could introduce myself to the new faces! 🥰 I’m Madison, a wife, mama to 4, and beginner homesteader who lives just south of Fayetteville! *woo pig sooie 🐽 * when I’m not “doula-ing”, you can find me homeschooling, thrifting, or crocheting 🧶

I’ve been a doula in Northwest Arkansas since 2022, and I hope to continue to serve in this area for many years to come. Overnight postpartum care has become my specialty, however, I still LOVE to operate as a birth doula on occasion! Each family I have worked with has brought me a whole new reason as to why I love what I do, and I cherish each relationship I build with them🥰

If you’ve had a doula before, be sure to reach out to them this week and let them know how much you appreciated their love and support, even if it was years and years ago!
If you are in the market for a doula, reach out to me, I have a few spots left for the rest of 2025, and I know of several awesome doulas in our area that I’d love to connect you with! ❤️

05/12/2024

Happy Mother’s Day to each and every mother out there! 💐💗 ❤️

02/07/2024

❤️❤️ if you’re a mama wanting a doula, and finances are what’s stopping you, please reach out to me!! Doulas play a huge role in positive birth outcomes, and an even bigger role postpartum, helping families navigate the huge challenges and transitions it takes to have a baby! Every family DESERVES a doula!❤️

Only 36 doulas exist in the state of Arkansas. How are UAMS and Ujima Maternity Network working to change that number?

02/01/2024

Embracing the Golden Hour 🌅

💛 The first hour of a baby’s life, also known as the Golden Hour, is a magical time filled with precious moments and unparalleled connections.

🌟 For Moms:
1️⃣ Bask in the bliss: your time to marvel at the miracle you’ve brought into the world.
2️⃣ Skin-to-skin contact: fosters bonding, regulates the baby’s temperature, and even promotes breastfeeding.
3️⃣ Rooting reflex: a sign that they’re ready to start breastfeeding.
4️⃣ Positioning and holding: Cradle your baby close to you, ensuring their head and body are aligned.

👶 For Baby:
1️⃣ Discovering the world: As your baby transitions into this new environment, they may open their eyes wide, exploring the world around them.
2️⃣ Rooting and sucking: Your baby will instinctively search for your breast, guided by their rooting reflex.
3️⃣ Nurturing bond: Being held close to mother’s warm body creates a secure and comforting environment, allowing you to feel safe, loved, and protected.
4️⃣ Latching and feeding: Breastfeeding during the Golden Hour provides numerous health benefits, including essential nutrients, antibodies, and a strong foundation for their immune system.
5️⃣ Building trust: establish a profound bond with mother and father that lays the groundwork for a lifetime of love, care, and support.

❤️ Why it’s important:
The Golden Hour is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion that sets the stage for a strong mother-baby connection. It promotes successful breastfeeding, regulates the baby’s body temperature, and kick-starts their emotional and physiological development. It’s an irreplaceable time of uninterrupted bonding.

🌟 Cherish this remarkable hour, as it unfolds a world of love, growth, and endless possibilities. Embrace the Golden Hour, and let the journey begin! ✨💕

01/26/2024

Morning sickness got you down? 😓 Feeling like nausea has taken over your life? 🤢

Morning sickness is very common, especially in the first 3 months, and it’s thought to affect about 70% of mamas-to-be.

Typically pregnancy sickness gets better around week 16 but about 10% of pregnant people may continue to have symptoms after 20 weeks!

A few things that may help include:

👉🏽Identifying your triggers

👉🏼 Peppermint candy or tea

👉🏽Eating small frequent meals

👉🏽Staying hydrated wisely

👉🏼 Drinking pickle juice

👉🏽Harnessing the power of ginger

👉🏽Using acupressure bands

👉🏼 Apply lavender essential oil to belly

👉🏽Even smelling alcohol swabs

But if nausea is severe or you’re losing weight, it’s time to seek professional help.

Have any questions? Pop them in the comments or DM me :)

01/22/2024

🌟 Unveiling the Wonders of the Placenta! 🌟

Did you know that during pregnancy, your body grows a remarkable organ called the placenta? 🤔 It’s truly a life support system like no other! 🌱✨

The placenta serves as the vital connection between you and your baby, delivering oxygen, nutrients, and antibodies to support their growth and development. 🌈💪

But that’s not all! This incredible organ also acts as a filter, protecting your little one from harmful substances and waste products. 🚫🧪

As we marvel at the beauty of new life, let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible work of the placenta—nature’s unsung hero! ❤️🙌

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01/19/2024

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01/16/2024

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01/12/2024

🤍 text/call 479.856.5451 to set up a complimentary consultation, and get set up to enter motherhood with ease💕

01/09/2024

Helping parents prepare for their new little one is one of my FAVORITE parts about my job!😍 birth doulas are more than just hip-squeezing labor companions! I’m a great extra set of hands to help with:
•nursery organization 🧺
•breast pump station setup 🤱
•bottle sterilization/organization 🍼
•diaper caddy assembly 🩲
•freezer meal prep 🍲
•hospital bag packing 💝
•postpartum supply setup 🩸
•AND MORE!!🥰

01/05/2024

✨Baby wearing can be such a life saver, especially those first few months! Swipe, and learn how to safely wear your new little bundle of joy! ✨🤍

01/02/2024

It’s giving ✨dream home-birth✨ 😍