Birth Talk

07/04/2014

It's been WAY too long since I've updated this page. Check out my latest article for SheKnows Parenting & let me know YOUR thoughts on having a doula AND a midwife: http://www.sheknows.com/articles/1039849/do-i-need-a-doula-and-a-midwife

11/21/2013

http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1018927/happy-postpartum-thanksgiving

10/30/2013

http://www.pinterest.com/pin/204069426838947462/

Is it preeclampsia

09/17/2013

http://www.allparenting.com/my-family/articles/968745/help-i-want-to-give-up-breastfeeding

Yes, I'm a childbirth educator and doula who nursed both of my kids. But I also know it's not worth being miserable about breastfeeding-- for you or your baby.

09/03/2013

http://www.allparenting.com/my-pregnancy/articles/968729/what-really-happens-after-you-give-birth

08/27/2013

http://www.allparenting.com/my-family/articles/968561/help-your-partner-bond-with-baby-when-you-breastfeed

08/18/2013

http://www.allparenting.com/my-pregnancy/articles/968565/are-you-at-risk-for-postpartum-mood-disorders

Does your mental health history increase the risk of getting postpartum mood disorders? If the answer is yes, what can you do about it?

03/09/2013

http://pinterest.com/pin/204069426837641477/

Ouch! When breastfeeding hurts

02/16/2013

Too busy to attend classes? The question isn't 'who has the time for childbirth classes?' but 'who can afford not to be prepared for labor day?'

02/07/2013

http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982743/talking-to-your-kids-about-assisted-reproduction

With so many families created by in vitro, surrogacy or alternative insemination, you need to be ready to answer the tough question,'Where did I come from?'

01/21/2013

http://www.pregnancyandbaby.com/baby/articles/965585/5-ways-to-get-comfortable-with-your-new-baby

Wishing your new baby came with an owner's manual? Don't worry - follow these tips from a doula and mom and you'll be comfortable with your new baby in no time.

01/19/2013

Moms - did any of you have a sibling doula (professional or friend) for your older kids during labor? I'm writing an article for allParenting and would love to hear from you. Thanks!