As I sit here watching the Summer Olympics, I wonder how many of these athletes could benefit from a Doula? These athletes are trained to peak at their most gifted, innate athletic ability during this special opportunity. Looking back on it, I know I would have benefited from a Doula just trying out for the
8 Common Causes for IUGR
What is IUGR? Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is diagnosed when a baby appears smaller than expected, specifically if an ultrasound indicates the baby’s weight has dropped below 10% for their gestational age. As a birth Doula, I have helped 20 couples bring their little ones earth side. Within those 20 births, I had my first
6 Benefits to Bengkung Belly Binding Postpartum
Bengkung means a strip of cloth in the Indonesia language. Bengkung Belly Binding is a traditional Indonesian treatment of tightly wrapping a long strip of cloth, Stagan, around a woman’s middle section. Bengkung works by twisting and weaving the strip of cloth tightly around a woman’s middle section and thighs so her muscles remain engaged
5 Ways To Avoid A Traumatic Birth Experience
I am pretty sure no pregnant momma wishes to have a traumatic birth experience. I have heard my fair share of traumatic birth stories through my life, I really wish a traumatic birth experience on no one. ICAN (International Cesarean Awareness Network) states the cesarean rate for the United States is 35.2% and the mother/infant
7 Pros to an Athlete’s Birthing Experience
I have been an athlete for as long as I can remember. I started out in sports in my single digits years with cross country running and softball. In junior high, I added volleyball, basketball and track. By high school my parents had me narrow it down to 1 sport because they did have 2