A GOOD birth team aims to have a collaborative approach to care. You're on the same team with the goal of a healthy baby, healthy mom, AND a positive experience. How do we have a positive experience? ✨️ Active participant in the decision making process ✨️ Autonomy ✨️ Support throughout pregnancy and birth ✨️ Education ✨️ Respectful communication about the benefits and risks of varying options in birth ✨️ Evidence-based discussions, not fear mongering Outside of emergencies, you should not hear, "you MUST do x." or similar phrases. You should hear something like, "I recommend X because of Y. Current evidence shows this is recommended for situations where we see Z. What questions do you have?" It isn't about declining what's offered or second guessing what a medical expert recommends. It's about respectful care rooted in mutual respect and not a hierarchy or infantilization. Choosing a provider who your can trust is so important. Did you feel respected and heard during your care?

What are some habits or routines you have that fit into a holistic, healthy lifestyle? As a mom sometimes it can be hard to prioritize ourselves! When it comes to self care and/or household task, one way I’ve found to be so helpful in keeping up à healthy routine/household, switching to safe, nontoxic, clean ingredient products has been super important. What’s your TOP priority as a Mom when it comes to your own health & wellness?

If you, or someone you know is in need of a Birth Doula or Post Partum doula, you can go to doulamatch.net to search Doulas in your area! Share with your friends!

Ever wonder if your baby is getting enough milk? Whether you’re nursing on-demand or on a schedule; bottle or breastfed milk… these are some general guidelines to know & remember.

Do you breastfeed in a variety of positions? If not, this is your sign to give these other positions a try! Sometimes it’s a baby latching problem (tongue tie, lip tie, etc) and sometimes it’s a nipple problem (inverted, engorged, too large, etc) and changing positions can be helpful because a new/different nursing position may just be the solution to a breastfeeding problem you are facing! Which positions do you currently use? And which positions are you willing to give a try this week?