I first read “Indie Birth: A Story of Radical Birth Love” during my time working through the Birth Warrior Project, which aims to enlighten doulas on this “radical” perspective of birthing. It is written by Maryn Green and Margo Blackstone, two independent midwives (and independent thinkers) who share the stories involved in their embrace ofContinueContinue reading “Book Review: “Indie Birth: A Story of Radical Birth Love””
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What Led Me to Birth Work
When I was young, I wanted to be a pet shop owner and a book author and illustrator. In my teenage years I desperately wished to be a film critic. I studied journalism at University, hoping to get my foot in the door at a newspaper or magazine to write articles. Then I became unexpectedlyContinueContinue reading “What Led Me to Birth Work”
When To Call Your Doula in Labor
This is such a common question I felt it important to at least briefly address. When should you call your doula in labor? When is too early… or too late? What’s the “sweet spot”? Why does timing matter? I’ll cover all this and more below! Do keep in mind that every doula has her ownContinueContinue reading “When To Call Your Doula in Labor”
What You Should Know About My Birth Biases
Yes, I have biases. Do I consider myself a non-judgmental birth worker? Also yes, but judgments are not the same as biases. All human beings operate with inherent biases. So, how much do biases actually matter in the birth space? The answer is, I think, as much as you want them to. My agenda isContinueContinue reading “What You Should Know About My Birth Biases”
Everything You Need To Know About Cloth Diapering
Disclosure: As the sole owner, writer, and publisher of this website content, I confirm I DO NOT receive (and never have received) money, sponsorship or promotion exchange from any cloth diaper manufacturers, sellers or affiliates. First things first: Cloth diapering doesn’t have to be all or nothing. You can choose to cloth diaper 24/7 fromContinueContinue reading “Everything You Need To Know About Cloth Diapering”
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