Probably the single most common question we get from our clients during our first prenatal appointment is “how will I know if I’m in labor?”
Am I In Labor?
So, I Had a Cesarean Birth, Now What?
Whether your cesarean birth was planned or unplanned, recovering from a cesarean birth is a little different than recovering from a vaginal birth. The recovery can be a bit longer, with a more limitations, but with a little planning and some extra support, you will do amazing.
Planning Appointment With Your Postpartum Doulas
All postpartum doula clients, whether you just need one overnight, or a full 40 hours a week of support, are offered a postpartum planning appointment to allow both doulas and your family to share expectations, goals, and concerns about having a newborn.
Doulas That Will Be There. Whenever. Wherever. However.
When you hire us as your Doulas in Raleigh, Durham, or Chapel Hill area, you can be sure we will show up. Whenever. Wherever. However.
What Exactly Does a Doula Do?
The Doulas at Carolina Birth and Wellness provide continuous support for families in Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham, and surrounding areas during pregnancy, birth and the postpartum period.
Pitocin: Worst Enemy or Best Friend?
Often the word “pitocin” has a negative connotation. And, that is just not always true! Sometimes it can be your best friend during childbirth.
Benefits of Regular Chair Massage in the Workplace
The benefits of receiving any massage, be it on a massage table or in a massage chair, at a spa or at your workplace, are numerous. We believe that regular massage is a wonderful way to not only improve tension and discomfort in your body, but also decrease stress and anxiety.
Benefits of Massage Therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Whether you are experiencing carpal tunnel related to pregnancy or you are an office worker who has been experiencing carpal tunnel due to repetitive movements at your desk, you know how uncomfortable it can be in your hands and wrists.
Back Labor
As you are preparing for labor and delivery, our job as doulas is help you learn about the possibilities that can occur. One of those possibilities is that you experience back labor.
Indoor Activities To Do With A Baby In The Winter
A great list of indoor activities to enjoy with your baby and/or toddler during the cooler winter months!
Incorporating Dry Brushing into Your Self Care Routine
Dry brushing is a wonderful addition to a massage therapy session, or as a way to incorporate a daily dose of self care into your daily routine.
Birth Affirmations
Birth affirmations are a powerful way to encourage yourself during the most challenging parts of labor, even when you would rather just take a nap.
Overnight Support
Sleep when the baby sleeps they say. Well, they also mean hire a postpartum doula for overnight support in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill and you will be actually be able to sleep when the baby sleeps.
Benefits of Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is a wonderful modality of massage that is that everyone can benefit from receiving on a monthly, weekly, or even daily basis.
Carolina Birth and Wellness Gratitude Challenge
November is a great month to take stock in what you are grateful for in your life. Sometimes it can be challenging to either come up with something you are grateful or even remember what you did that day if you are going through a challenging period.
Self Care During Pregnancy
Self-care is usually one of the last things that is thought about for a busy person. Between kids, your partner, your career, and your social life, sometimes taking time just for yourself seems like luxury that you just cannot afford. We have made a list of mental shifts that be a form of self care and you can think about while you are driving to your medical providers office, or waiting in the carpool line.
Choosing a Cesarean Birth
Part of our job as doulas is to help our clients learn about all the options available to them for pregnancy, birth, and as a new parent. One option for birth is to choose a cesarean birth, and while it is not as common as say choosing a water birth or an epidural, it is still an option that is available to those giving birth in Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. As always, it is best to check with your specific health care team to determine what type of birth is best for you, your body, and your baby.
The Power of Unlimited Support
Who ya gonna call? Ghostbu-- Your Doula!
Your doulas are always available to you via unlimited phone, text, and email support 24/7 as soon as you sign your contract.
The Postpartum Visit for Birth Doulas
All of our birth doula packages include a complimentary consultation, two prenatal appointments, complete birth support, and one postpartum visit. The postpartum visit is not necessarily to provide postpartum care since we are still wearing our birth doula hats, but it is debrief about the birth experience and make a plan moving forward with finally having your newborn home with you!
Picking The Family Size That Is Right For You
So when’s number two coming??
It’s an inventible question after you’ve had one baby, even if that first baby is only a few hours old. And while people mean well and just trying to be excited for you and your family, it can be really frustrating or even hurtful if you have no plans for having any more babies.
