Parish Doulas - Lafayette Lamaze & Jenny the Doula

10/02/2026

One of my fave places to be besides my home!

10/02/2026

Some of you OGs may remember Dr. Patricia Nevils from the Gentle Choices and Dr. Whitney Gonsoulin days! Also posted is Kira The Natural BirthHouse :) There was a time where these two doctors, along with area midwives, were going to homebirths. If only we could get a physician now (and nurses too) to witness this! I truly think the hospitals would elevate their practices if they saw what birth really could be. 💙😃 We were at a talk given by the Foundation for Wellness and the Dr. Sara Reardon | Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist !

10/01/2026

Relative risk vs. absolute risk. What does that mean?!

My ARRIVE post really got some attention this week - and it seems clear to me that many people would benefit from understanding how to calculate or speak with your doctor about YOUR specific risk. Here is a good example that you can apply to your own situation.

Hint: doctors use relative risk numbers to sound more dramatic - and pharmaceutical companies do the same thing.

Relative Risk vs Absolute Risk …. What does it mean ?!? ➡️Relative ...

10/01/2026

How to avoid unnecessary interventions!

📢 MIDWIFE MONDAY EXTENDED: PART 4! ❤️

What does EXPERIENCE have to do with the interventions you may be offered during birth? 👀

More than most women realize.

Jenny from Parish Doulas - Lafayette Lamaze & Jenny the Doula and I got into one of our favorite conversations of this entire series! See, since birth is not a one-size-fits-all, the same situation may be approached very differently depending on who is caring for you, and this is especially important when you’re hoping for an unmedicated birth.

This one has a little more personality, a little more debate…and a LOT to think about... And somehow we even got to talk about s*x 😂

👉 👉 Watch the full Part 4 here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/22PDuxhv5co

👉 Follow us here CajunStork at The Natural BirthHouse so you don’t miss Part 5 tomorrow!

09/30/2026

Everyone deserves a doula!

09/30/2026

I love my job 🩷😃

09/30/2026

Birth story time! It’s from Parish Doula Crysta! Crysta Hebert “Of course, my contractions started in the middle of the night. 😜I woke up, ate some breakfast, and soaked in those sweet moments loving on Stevie. I pumped, put my labor blend in the diffuser, and slowly settled into the rhythm of labor. As the contractions grew stronger and more intense, I climbed into the bath and let the warm water surround me.

When I was ready to get out, I got out and walked outside for some fresh air. I took a moment to love on my husband, soaking in one last quiet moment together before we headed to the hospital.

By the time we got to the hospital, I was in full active labor; I trusted my body and worked with each contraction. What started in the stillness of the night had turned into such a beautiful and powerful experience I’ll remember forever! “✨

09/29/2026

🫄Part 2 Lamaze Healthy Birth Practice 😊

📢 MIDWIFE MONDAY EXTENDED: PART 2! ❤️

Want to make labor easier to cope with and support normal physiologic birth?

Today's Midwife Tip: MOVE!

In Part 2, Jenny from Parish Doulas - Lafayette Lamaze & Jenny the Doula and I are talking about why freedom of movement in labor matters, from comfort and coping to helping baby navigate the pelvis.

This is one of those simple things that can make a BIG difference, and it applies whether you’re planning a hospital, birth center, or homebirth!

👉 Watch Part 2 by clicking here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vCUcXjGTfrQ

👉 Follow CajunStork at The Natural BirthHouse so you don’t miss Part 3 tomorrow!

09/29/2026

This was refreshing to see in the social media world!

09/28/2026

Looky here! We had so much fun making these videos I hope y’all enjoy them as much as we do!