Monthly Archives: August 2011
Postpartum Visit & Cool Doula Stuff!
Today I got to hold a sweet newborn and practice my swaddling technique from The Happiest Baby program. She zonked out and was making the cutest little sighing sounds while sleeping. And her mother gave me this! I love it, … Continue reading
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The Labor Progress Handbook
This book, The Labor Progress Handbook: Early Interventions to Prevent and Treat Dystocia, is on every single doula reading list I’ve seen. Several doulas said it was their number one best book for helping during labor. While the title talks … Continue reading
Mothers’ Hands | Denton Birth Photography
So the story behind this photo – it’s a three generation shot! During this birth the mom had so much wonderful support with family there that I was mostly trying to stay out of the way and snap photos (as … Continue reading
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New Little Piggies | Denton Birth Photography
When we brought our preemie home from the hospital after a bazillion days my sister gave us a card. The front had some baby feet and the inside read, “Heard there are some new little piggies at your place!” Those … Continue reading
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What’s on the Agenda?
When interviewing potential doulas (or midwives, OBs, or anyone involved in your birth) I think it’s important to find out what their agenda is for your birth. As a doula when I meet with parents we discuss their birth history … Continue reading
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