Childbirth education, birth doula, and bereavement doula services that are science-based and faith-informed
Birth and death often go hand in hand. This is often true for families who are welcoming a new little one while mourning the loss of someone they love - often a parent or another ancestor. Here are some ideas of how you can incorporate that loved one's memory into your birth and early postpartum experience.
"So, do you, like, actually help with stuff or is this just an oxytocin vampire situation?"
It is not surprising when someone becomes depressed after giving birth - or even before. Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) affect the majority of new parents, and they can happen even if someone's pregnancy and birth experience was wonderful. Some PMADs are subtle and can be difficult to identify. New parents often wonder, Is… Continue reading A weekly practice that could make a world of difference to your mental health
One of my favorite resources here in Indiana (and beyond!) is the Milk Bank. The Milk Bank is an Indianapolis-based non-profit that works to make human milk available for more babies. Given the incredible benefits of human milk, especially for babies who face a lot of medical challenges, this work is vital, especially in Indiana… Continue reading A human milk resource for Michiana and beyond: The Milk Bank
This year, I've got two resources to highlight for support people as you're shopping on Small Business Saturday.
Here's my recommendation for a massage therapist in the Michiana area.
Love it? Hate it? No idea what it is? Read this post to learn about placenta consumption.
Answering the questions that matter to lactating parents.
Did you know that research indicates that there are important benefits for nonprofits who offer paid maternity leave to employees?
Did you know that research indicates that paid maternity leave is really good for women's and newborns' health?
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