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Dec 10, 2019
3 min

The Value of a Doula

A doula supports the birth you want with kindness and non-judgement. She provides information and creates a peaceful environment.

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How to Support Someone After the Loss of a Baby

Katie McCarthy

Oct 8, 2019
3 min

How to Support Someone After the Loss of a Baby

Every situation and every family is different. So what can you do to help grieving parents after the loss of a baby?

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Katie McCarthy

Aug 14, 2019
3 min

5 Ways that Doulas Help Partners

It's a common misconception that doulas replace dads during childbirth. But partners can benefit greatly from working with a doula.

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Katie McCarthy

Jul 11, 2019
2 min

How to Address Your Fears of Childbirth

If you're inherently scared of childbirth, how can you put yourself in the best position to have a positive, empowering birth experience.

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Which Childbirth Education Class is Right for Me?

Katie McCarthy

Jun 16, 2019
4 min

Which Childbirth Education Class is Right for Me?

There are many things to consider when selecting a Childbirth Education Class including philosophy, curriculum, format, class size and cost.

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Childbirth Education Class - Is It Worth It?

Katie McCarthy

Jun 10, 2019
3 min

Childbirth Education Class - Is It Worth It?

You're pregnant. You've been reading all the books. Listening to all the podcasts. Doing all the things to prepare for your birth. Now yo...

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Katie McCarthy

May 14, 2019
2 min

How Doula Training Changed Me

My doula training was a life-changing experience. I walked in on the first day with my notebook and birth ball, excited and eager to lear...

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Katie McCarthy

Apr 30, 2019
3 min

What I Didn't Know About Childbirth

As I put my son to bed tonight, on one of the last nights he’ll spend as a one-year-old, I reflected on the day he came into this world. ...

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