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My Baby is an Asshole
"My Baby's an Asshole." A direct quote from a guilt-filled new mom. Harsh? Have you thought it? Have you admitted it?
Debra Bowser
Mar 23, 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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Looking for a Shower Gift?
Cultivating gratitude in our children must begin at a young age with simple, short messages about the things we typically take for granted.
Melissa Cowl
Nov 28, 20202 min read
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Lest We Forget
A reminder, to put in the forefront of our minds today. Remembrance Day isn't just for our kids to learn at school... we need to remember...
Debra Bowser
Nov 11, 20201 min read
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It's Not Simply Depression
Prenatal and Postpartum Mood Disorders are not gender or time specific. Get informed and have a plan.
Melissa Cowl
May 13, 20201 min read
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Don't Hug Your Doula
This year we celebrate our journey over milestones, our care, our work that is birthed from wisdom and heart, our profession.
Debra Bowser
May 4, 20202 min read
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A Letter to My Body
Dear Body: Over the years, we have had a rocky relationship. I have judged you. I have mistreated you. I have abused you.
Debra Bowser
Dec 31, 20192 min read
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Week One: Un-Perfect Parenthood
Welcome to un-perfect parenthood. It never is perfect. Well, maybe the smell of newborn baby head... thank you Hormones!
Debra Bowser
Sep 10, 20191 min read
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Do You Feel Beautiful?
It’s okay to say it. I am beautiful. It’s okay to say it, even if you don’t believe it. ☆ Pregnancy is often portrayed as a beautiful...
Debra Bowser
Apr 22, 20192 min read
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Don't Stop Until You're Proud
So much of our goal as your Doula is for you to look back on your birth as a positive experience, no matter how your baby was placed into...
Debra Bowser
Apr 2, 20191 min read
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