Balanced Birth Doula Agency

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Remembering a bright light in the birth community 💔

Dr. Janell Green Smith (“Neli”) was a devoted certified nurse-midwife, researcher, and passionate advocate for Black maternal health. At just 31 years old, she tragically died from childbirth complications while welcoming her first child.

Her death during childbirth reflects the ongoing disparities Black families continue to face, realities she dedicated her life to changing.

We hold her family, loved ones, and colleagues in our hearts during this time of loss.

Quantifying the association between doula care and maternal and neonatal outcomes https://ow.ly/8rmW50XzJNO

What’s been your favorite birth book to read?

Doula Akacia has supported a full year’s worth of happy doula clients! This client had a successful birth, preventing a c-section through pain management strategies and advocacy and emotional support provided by Akacia.

is ready for the day!

An epidural doesn’t mean you can’t move during birth!

During a medicated birth, changing positions is key. It helps your baby find the best path into your pelvis. During this birth, we used the hospital bed and a rebozo to support this mama into a kneeling position. It’s one of our favorites—it lets them rest while using the bed and rebozo for support.

Medicated birth or not, having a doula makes all the difference.

Summer has an abundance of beautiful food! We love thinking about how the nutrients and calories of what we eat are helping to support our bodies and our growing babies. What are your favorite summer fruits and vegetables and share how it nourishes you 😍

Doula Gabby is making beautiful art on a beautiful Sunday!

We love receiving feedback about our doulas and Akacia is the G.O.A.T. at creating magical birthing spaces for her clients ❤️