Category Archives: Postpartum

Want to Be My Client?

Posted on April 1, 2013 by heidi

Why you deserve a doula, including testimonials from some of my clients. This is how my services work. My intake form which I need you to fill out before our first prenatal visit. The birth history form if you’ve had … Continue reading →

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Placentas! (Warning, Images Included)

Posted on February 2, 2013 by heidi

Have you heard about placental encapsulation? Just the phrase gets a range of reactions from parents, but over the last year I would estimate a third to half of my clients have encapsulated their placentas. The feedback has been overwhelmingly … Continue reading →

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Sweet Boys

Posted on December 10, 2012 by heidi

I visited with these handsome little guys today and talked about their arrival with their beautiful mother. I wasn’t able to get pictures of just the two of them when they were born, so I asked if I may get … Continue reading →

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Compassionate Service – Blessing a Family in Need

Posted on November 18, 2012 by heidi

I’m sharing this from our family blog to offer ideas on how we can serve a family experiencing a high risk pregnancy, having an infant in the NICU, or helping any family welcoming home a new baby. I hope this … Continue reading →

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NEW – First Day Photos!

Posted on October 5, 2012 by heidi

While having a photographer present for labor & birth may not appeal to everyone, I believe it’s safe to say that EVERYONE wants pictures of the sweet new baby! That cute face appears and the cell phones and cameras come … Continue reading →

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Fun to Come!

Posted on September 27, 2012 by heidi

* Currently my tech/design guy is swamped with a major project but once that is completed he’s tackling MY big project – a redo of my photo site with some new additions. I am very excited, as this will involve … Continue reading →

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Tips For New Dads (Cont.)

Posted on September 17, 2012 by kit

The birth class Heidi helps teach has a class session where the moms and dads split up and they get a chance to ask all those first time parent questions they may otherwise be embarassed to ask in front of … Continue reading →

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Reasons to NOT Hire Me.

Posted on September 2, 2012 by heidi

Sometimes I’ll hear from a mom that she’s not sure if she wants a doula or birth photographer, and there are a few common reasons why: 1. I’m having a c-section, I don’t need a doula/photographer. Well, depending on your … Continue reading →

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Postpartum Herbal Bath Take II

Posted on August 31, 2012 by heidi

My old recipe for herbal bath is here. A group of doulas had split the bulk order and were running low so this time Mary made the order and it included: * chamomile flowers   * calendula petals   * … Continue reading →

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How to Help a New Mom – Links

Posted on August 23, 2012 by heidi

I loved both of these posts and wanted to share for new moms to ask, friends & families to offer, and doulas to get ideas. Ways to Help a New Mom Practical Ways to Bless a New Mother

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