by Samantha Olivia | Apr 28, 2020 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Healthy Pregnancy
At DC Metro Maternity, it’s been our job to guide clients through changes brought about by COVID-19. We’ve worked to address each situation individually for our labor clients. Throughout the first few weeks of the virus’ impact on the DC Metro area,...
by Samantha Olivia | Jan 21, 2020 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Healthy Pregnancy
I think that fear of childbirth is a huge motivator in hiring a doula. It seems like I’m not supposed to say that to you if you’re pregnant. I suspect that a lot of doulas want birth to be seen as a glorious rite of passage, that we’re all excited about. I’m...
by Samantha Olivia | Dec 23, 2019 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Healthy Pregnancy, Motherhood & Life
“Dance it out!” is a saying for a reason- dancing brings us joy. And during pregnancy and the postpartum period, dancing can do SO much for us. As a self-care tip, and a tool for healthy pregnancy and recovery after birth, it’s definitely underrated. Now, I’m...
by Samantha Olivia | Nov 13, 2019 | Healthy Pregnancy, Motherhood & Life
Dear Doula, My OB/GYN just called me old. Well okay, that’s not exactly what she said. But she referred to me as having a “geriatric pregnancy” and said that I may become high risk because I’m of “advanced maternal age”. I’m only 36! I’m not old. ...
by Samantha Olivia | Aug 20, 2019 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Fourth Trimester and Postpartum Doula Tips, Healthy Pregnancy, Motherhood & Life
You had a plan for how motherhood would go. And you’ve followed it. You went to college, got a good job and became independent enough to stand on your own two feet. You have friends who are loving and kind. You even found a partner, or put everything in place to live...
by Samantha Olivia | Aug 15, 2019 | Birth & Labor Doula Tips, Healthy Pregnancy
Your time is precious. And when you’re pregnant, it can seem like there are so many demands on your schedule. You have a hundred doctor’s appointments to attend. You want to plan a baby shower, and fix up the nursery. You need to pick a pediatrician and find daycare… ...
