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Midwife vs. Doula
We've had a large number of inquiries over this Pandemic asking us about Doula care vs Midwifery care, with many assuming that they...

Debra Bowser
May 26, 20212 min read
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Just "Relax"
The last time someone told you to "relax," did it work? Or did you have the urge to throat punch them? Release or Relax. Contractions...

Debra Bowser
Mar 17, 20211 min read
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Birthing in a Pandemic, 1 Year Later
Let me just say this: I'm angry. Almost one year ago, I sent email, letters and created social media posts surrounding the care and...

Melissa Cowl
Feb 5, 20213 min read
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Shout or Whisper?
Whether you believe it or not, say positive affirmations and repeat them. There is great power in words and thoughts.

Debra Bowser
Jan 30, 20191 min read
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Resolutions Without Action
"A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish." This is a popular and wise January quote that we see each year as people think about their goals...

Debra Bowser
Jan 11, 20191 min read
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A Parent's Resolution
The new year is approaching. Some of us think ahead to resolutions, or promises we want to keep for ourselves.

Debra Bowser
Dec 31, 20181 min read
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Top 5 Essential Oils to Have On Hand
There are many essential oils out there but you never know which ones are best to choose and they can often be super expensive to buy.

Pamela Pagnotta
Oct 11, 20182 min read
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If Doulas Were a Drug
The vast amount of research over the last two decades continues to outline the tremendous, and varied, benefits of doula support for parents

Debra Bowser
Sep 14, 20181 min read
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It's Okay
It's okay to want an epidural. It's okay to want a homebirth. It's okay to choose a scheduled cesarean. It's okay to change your mind....

Debra Bowser
Aug 13, 20181 min read
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Preparing for Birth - Tough Conversations
Sometimes babies need some extra help after birth. How do you prepare for this? Your Doula can take the time to have the tough conversations

Debra Bowser
Jun 4, 20181 min read
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