by Susan | Oct 30, 2021 | Pregnancy
Doula Services in Hospital Doula Services in a Hospital go beyond the physical presence on the day of delivery. There is a lot that goes into preparation for that day: preparation for what to expect at each stage; research to make informed choices in the level...
by Susan | May 14, 2021 | Labor, Pregnancy
How to Prepare for a Home Birth First things first, when it comes to preparing for a home birth, it is advised to have a prenatal medical check-up and take independent, evidence-based childbirth classes. Then, set up a birth team, create your birth plan, and acquire...
by Susan | Oct 9, 2020 | Insurance
Does Health Insurance Cover Doulas? Currently, most health insurance companies do not openly cover doulas. This is slowly changing and there are steps you can take to see if your insurance company might offer at least partial coverage if not full reimbursement. How...
by Susan | Sep 27, 2020 | Labor
10 Tips for Relaxation During Labor Techniques to promote relaxation during labor are important to reduce the fear of labor and subsequent perception of pain. Understanding how your hormones work during labor is key to realizing how important these techniques are....
by Susan | Sep 25, 2020 | Labor
The Role of Hormones During Labor Hormones are basically chemical “messengers” that your body creates to help with function. The role of hormones during labor is crucial for a peaceful birth. Basically, they can change the way your uterus contract, your stress and...
