You just had your first labor contraction….now what?! Don’t immediately head to the hospital, you’ve likely still got several hours at home. And don’t worry if you’ve suddenly forgotten everything you learned in childbirth class and everything you’ve read about labor. We’ve got you covered; take a look at our post for our suggestions for early labor at home.
Read MoreApril 11-17 is Black Maternal Health Week. Take a look at the ways care providers and doulas can support Black women and help decrease Black maternal mortality rates.
Read MoreHave you ever wondered what doulas actually DO? More specifically, what labor doulas do? Check out this blog to get a little insight and read about why Doulas of Raleigh Labor Doulas provide the best labor support in the Triangle.
Read MoreTake a look at what Doulas of Raleigh Co-Owners are thankful for this year!
Read MoreWant to know what a birth doula with almost a decade of experience does to get ready for a birth. You might be surpised.
Read MoreWhether this is your 1st baby or your 3rd, it’s normal to be apprehensive about potential tearing during birth. While we don’t have a crystal ball about who will and won’t tear we DO have a few tips to help minimize the chance. Take a look at this post for a few suggestions to help keep your perinuem intact.
Read MorePeanut butter and jelly…milk and cookies….chips and salsa….doulas and epidurals…all these things just go together! Hold up, you say, what do you mean doulas and epidurals go together?! Yep, it’s true. Check out this newest blog post to see how having both a doula and an epidural at your birth just might be a perfect pairing for you!
Read MoreRead this post to find the latest labor and delivery guidelines for birthing in Triangle-area hospitals and birth centers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read MoreIf you thought there was only one way to push a baby out, you need to know that you have options! Check out this post for a few different ways you can push during the birth of your baby. We made sure to include which pushing positions were doable with the placement of an epidural (spoiler alert—just about all of them!).
Read MoreTake a look to see what having a good “mat talk” has to do with labor and birth.
Read MoreBirth doulas LOVE birth. It’s common for most people to associate them with only the birth itself. What’s not often discussed is what the birth doula does leading up to the birth and sometimes behind the scenes at the birth itself. Check out this post for more info.
Read MoreAre you overwhelmed with the thought of packing your hospital bag? We've got you covered with a simple packing list for the laboring person, support person, and the baby.
Read MoreTired of waiting on baby? Check out this blog post to see what the evidence says on using natural induction methods.
Read MoreIf you are having a scheduled Cesarean, why would you possibly need a doula? Check out today's blog to learn how doulas support Cesarean births.
Read MoreTo help kick off World Doula Week, today's blog talks about how doulas benefit everyone. Yes, everyone.
Read MoreFind out 26 easy ways to stay more comfortable during labor and birth.
Read MoreWhat does Taylor Swift and our team approach to doula care have in common? Well, as she says: Two is better than one!
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