Tag Archives: Tips for Doulas

Heat Pack Options for Birth & Beyond | Tips for Doulas

Posted on March 28, 2015 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Many, many moms find that heat on their lower back is helpful during labor, especially if baby is OP and they’re experiencing back labor. I’ve tried a few options for heat packs and wanted to review some of the pros … Continue reading →

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Playing Doula! Also, New Doula Suggestions | Tips for Doulas

Posted on March 1, 2015 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Written March 2012, updated April 2015. So a friend or family member has asked you to be their doula, and you’re not sure how to best help… or for new doulas preparing to attend your first birth, how can you … Continue reading →

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Getting Started | Tips for Doulas

Posted on February 3, 2015 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Originally posted 2011, updated February 2015 I’ve recently had the chance to visit with a couple people interested in becoming doulas, and I love being able to pass on the tips I’ve gathered from my own doula mentors and from … Continue reading →

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Reading List for Birth Professionals

Posted on February 1, 2015 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

While I have a lending library and Pinterest board for my doula clients, I realized I should have one for doulas and other birth professionals. Training programs have required reading books that cover birth in general, but there are other … Continue reading →

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The Power of the Words We Speak | Tips for Doulas

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

After reading an article I loved about “Doulas Who Do Nothing” I was pondering the idea of doulas as pacers. (Go read the post, it’s wonderful!) The author mentioned a book – The Worst Is Over: What To Say When … Continue reading →

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Ina May’s TED Talk

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce
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Tips Testimonial!

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Thank you to Allie for your feedback and sweet words! (Allie’s website can be found at CaymanDoula.com) I am SO grateful to have stumbled across this website. As a newly certified doula the blogs you post, and the tips you … Continue reading →

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Doula Myths | Tips for Doulas AND Parents!

Posted on August 31, 2014 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Originally written April 2011, updated August 2014. I’m sharing some of the myths listed in my coursework (ones that I’ve heard) and my personal response: Myth: A doula will discourage pain relief/not work with you if you have an epidural/only … Continue reading →

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Doula Belt | Tips for Doulas

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

I saw the FlipBelt on Pinterest and I was intrigued. Not that I’ve run in years (it’s designed for runners) but I do chase children around a lot, and we love to do hikes as a family. I’m always hesitant … Continue reading →

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Peanut Ball Article & Links

Posted on April 18, 2014 by Heidi Thaden-Pierce

Here is a really well done article by Andrea about the use of peanut balls in labor. My first post (with link to a video) about peanut balls and epidurals is part of my new doula section – you can … Continue reading →

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