by Samantha Olivia | Jan 12, 2021 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Hospital Birth
We’ve described what to expect in the hospital after vaginal birth. But we know that babies get here in more than one way, and we want you to be able to write a good birth plan, no matter what. There are a few differences in what to expect after a cesarean birth...
by Samantha Olivia | Jan 4, 2021 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Hospital Birth
As you’re creating your birth plan, it’s important to consider the time immediately after you’ve given birth. There are decisions to make, and things you should know are coming! This is a little different for a vaginal or cesarean birth, so we’ll discuss those...
by Samantha Olivia | Dec 21, 2020 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips
Most of our labor doula clients are Black women, families of color, or white women who fall outside of an “easy” pregnancy (they are often over 35, high risk, have had previous pregnancy or infant losses, or of larger body size). And for families like this, who may be...
by Samantha Olivia | Dec 17, 2020 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips
This is a post about considering home birth rather than hospital birth. While we’ve tended to support most of our clients in the hospital, we’re seeing an increase in interest about homebirth. Some of this may be because of COVID-19, but we also think...
by Samantha Olivia | Oct 14, 2020 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips
When someone is looking to hire us, or even just make sure that they understand doula support, I usually hop on the phone with them. The conversation often goes something like this: “Hi, it’s Samantha! I saw that you’re looking for a doula in DC (or MD or...
by Samantha Olivia | Oct 6, 2020 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips
You’re pregnant. Again. It’s sort of exciting. Sort of. At the same time, you’re nervous, because your last pregnancy ended before you could meet your baby. It’s hard to know how to feel during a pregnancy after a loss, though you’re hoping for a rainbow baby. If...
