03/12/2016
When a Doula is employed by a hospital does it create a conflict of interest? Is the Doula working for the hospital or the client? Does hospital policy change the standard of care a Doula would give to her client? It will be interesting to see how this plays out. Any thoughts?
http://kuow.org/post/swedish-medical-center-welcomes-doulas-staff
Swedish Medical Center Welcomes Doulas To Staff
Bill Radke speaks with retired doula Penny Simkin about how Swedish Medical Center hopes to lower the rate of cesarean sections by hiring 27 doulas as staf
06/09/2015
Only 4 spots left for our HypnoBirthing class starting July 7. http://www.seattlefertilityctr.com/seattlefertilitycenter/seattlehypnobirthingclasses/hypnosisforchildbirth/
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04/23/2015
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Mother's Day Special!
Mother's Day Mini-Sessions! Happy Mother’s Day! In celebration of Mother’s Day, Linda Brooks Photography is offering mini portrait sessions on ...
04/21/2015
Are you a mom? Have a mom? Know a mom?
Then this show is for you!
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News & Events | Open Arms Perinatal Services
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03/26/2015
I love this article. I wish that this level of care was the norm. I wonder how it would change the intervention rates we currently have in our country.
http://www.midwiferytoday.com/articles/pushing.asp
Pushing for First-Time Moms - by Gloria Lemay
The expulsion of a first baby from a woman's body is a space in time for much mischief and mishap to occur.
02/01/2015
The fourth trimester isn't always easy. It may be a smooth ride for some but for most couples it can be a very trying time.
http://www.dailylife.com.au/life-and-love/parenting-and-families/the-eight-stages-of-early-parenthood-20150127-12z4we.html
The eight stages of early parenthood
To become a well functioning parent, there are 8 stages you'll need to transition through to adjust to your new life.
01/23/2015
Can a doula really increase your chances of having a natural birth?
http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-17101/what-i-wish-every-woman-knew-about-doulas.html
What I Wish Every Woman Knew About Doulas
For those unaware, the dictionary-definition for a doula goes something like this: a doula is a woman who is trained to assist another woman during childbirth and who may provide support to the
01/20/2015
Not only does this husband show his wife such tenderness during labor but it's also a beautiful example of the bond babies have with their father at birth.
http://sfglobe.com/2015/01/17/captivating-footage-of-husband-coaching-his-wife-through-a-beautiful-water-birth/?src=sidexpromo&pid=32520&tg=do_296
Husband Soothes Wife During Water Birth In The Most Breathtaking Way
It's the day of her water birth, and her husband is being nothing but selfless as she nears delivery. The beautiful images captured by the cameras only illustrate a fraction of the intense moments shared on this day.
01/13/2015
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10/21/2014
Why did you want to become a mother? I'm really wondering about that inner indulgence that wanted to have a baby. What fueled the fire within that created the path into motherhood?