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10/06/2026

Have had it up to HERE when folks minimise the risks of routine induction and suggest that there are no gains to staying pregnant beyond 39 weeks…

I could talk about it for an hour at least (and we did)…If you are wondering about the actual research behind induction practices I invite you to listen to episode 152 of The Great Birth Rebellion Podcast where myself and Professor Hannah Dahlen pick apart the 5 big induction studies:

• the big baby trial
• the SWEPIS study
• the ARRIVE trial
• the INDEX trial and
• the 35/39 trial

Don’t let anyone talk you into a routine induction at 39 weeks until you understand the research and reasoning behind this recommendation

Have a listen to episode 152 of The great birth rebellion podcast podcast for the full conversation

New series starts on the 7th! There’s still spots available if you want to go into your birth feeling informed and conf...
09/25/2026

New series starts on the 7th!

There’s still spots available if you want to go into your birth feeling informed and confident!

Come learn about birth so you know your options and don’t fear it, but understand it. Classes set to begin October 7th a...
09/09/2026

Come learn about birth so you know your options and don’t fear it, but understand it.

Classes set to begin October 7th at Little Love Chiropractic.

Check out QC Doula Connect for information on support!!
09/04/2026

Check out QC Doula Connect for information on support!!

09/04/2026

A VBAC Victory! We started this pregnancy with caution, knowing we might end in the same way. We controlled what we could: team, doulas, nutrition, movement. We let go of what we couldn’t.

Labor started a few days before her estimated due date in the wee hours of the morning. Her doula joined her followed closely by the midwife team. We found her working hard!! Transition visited us shortly thereafter and, with it, fear. Mama requested a shift in plans for an epidural. I had a sneaky suspicion on what was going on (as did the sweet charge nurse at MercyOne Genesis L&D ;) ) but I wanted to honor her request. Half the team continued to support her while half the team prepared to move. Suddenly something (or someone!) shifted and mama started powerfully pushing! Just 21 minutes later, mama achieved her dream: a homebirth after cesarean!!

So continually grateful for docs who are cool with collaboration and charge nurses who get just as excited for the victory!!

Sweet Peter, we love you so!! 🌱

Doula Team: Amanda & Tess with QC Doula Connect

08/30/2026

Another great year at Quad Cities Birth Fair ☀️

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and spoke with our doulas at the birth fair. This community inspires us every day and yesterday was no exception. Thank you Quad Cities!

08/30/2026

Health care in the United States is increasingly team-based, and doulas—who often provide emotional, physical, and educational support for patients during birth, the postpartum period, and beyond—are valuable members of many care teams.

ACOG’s new clinical guidance encourages ob-gyn collaboration with doulas and gives ob-gyns the tools they need to better understand a doula’s role. It also highlights the importance of stronger partnerships between clinicians and doulas, which can provide vital support across the lifespan—including during and after pregnancy—and can lead to better patient outcomes.

Read the press release: https://bit.ly/4flN1Eq

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