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The gutwrenching time I fell for a doula scam
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Exciting news
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Doula life: What is it like to be a lactating doula?
"Not sure if this is something you're willing to talk about, but what's it like having a nursling while being a doula?" Oh, I'm willing to talk about it! Curious? Read on!
Let’s be honest about the vaccine
I'll get right to my point. The question of vaccination can be really difficult, but no matter what someone's stance on the covid-19 vaccine is, they should not mislead people about it. Doulas included.
How annoying it was to write “Lactate Like a Champion Today”
Last week, I published a post on where you can nurse or pump in private on game day at the University of Notre Dame. Along with that post comes a story.
Terms Explained: what is jaundice?
If you've ever seen a baby getting a tan at a hospital and been confused, let me catch you up.
How to support moms after the COVID baby bust
I recently wrote for FemCatholic a bit about my dissertation and doula work and what I've heard the most from parents and those thinking about entering parenthood in the past year: "I don't know if I can do this." Do you want to support them? I have some ideas for how you can do that.… Continue reading How to support moms after the COVID baby bust
Why I (a labor doula) hired a labor doula
If you're wondering why I would hire a doula, I see where you're coming from! "Aren't you a doula? Don't you already know what you need to know? Or have what you need to have?" Sure. But that's not what a doula is for.
What does it mean that Abby is a certified labor doula?
I'm happy to announce that I'm a certified labor doula: Abby Jorgensen, CD-L. What does that mean?
My struggle with naming “The Child”
A name is a big deal. How were we supposed to find the right one?!
Abby the Sociologist Doula 