article contributed by Leslie Campos Image: Freepik Pregnancy doesn’t just show up in your belly. It sneaks into your joints. Your digestion. Your mood. And very often — your mouth. Bleeding gums? Sour taste? Swelling […]
The holiday season is a magical time, filled with family gatherings, festive decorations, and cherished traditions. But for expectant parents, the hustle and bustle can also bring unique challenges. Balancing pregnancy with the demands of […]
As the world awakens from its winter slumber, welcoming the vibrant colors and gentle warmth of spring, expectant mothers find themselves in a unique season of growth, mirroring the natural rhythms of the earth. Springtime […]
We are delighted to celebrate the remarkable achievement of the Rashmira Empowering Black Doula Foundation in graduating 16 new doulas from their training program in Nigeria. This significant milestone not only marks the personal accomplishments […]
Pregnancy is a transformative journey for every woman, both physically and emotionally. While we often focus on the remarkable changes happening within the womb, there’s another awe-inspiring transformation occurring simultaneously—the expansion of a mother’s heart. […]
Becoming a parent is a transformative journey, and for young parents, it can be an even more challenging experience. Navigating the complexities of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood can be overwhelming. This is where Doulas […]
Belly casting is a unique and popular activity for expectant mothers, providing them with a tangible keepsake of their pregnancy journey. It involves creating a mold of the pregnant belly using plaster of Paris or […]
In recent years, there has been a remarkable shift in the way people approach childbirth and the support they seek during this transformative journey. As society evolves, so do the expectations and needs of expectant […]
In a study conducted at a public general hospital in Mexico City, Mexico, from March 1997 to February 1998, researchers evaluated the effectiveness of support from a doula during labor to reduce the rate of […]
Pregnancy can be an exciting time for parents-to-be, but it can also add stress to their lives. Research shows that using a doula during childbirth can help reduce the mother’s anxiety and help her have […]