I Could Do This Again and Again: Allegra's Redeeming Birth of Gianna Kathryn

The excitement of knowing we were pregnant with our second child was amazing. We were thrilled throughout the pregnancy and couldn’t wait...

A Transformative Decision and Peaceful Breath of Life: Allie's Home Birth of Gerard Joseph

Background: With our first pregnancy, we began on a typical route with an OB office. We loved our OB but after reading Made for This and...

So You Want to Be a Doula {FAQ About Doula Work and Training}

So you're thinking about becoming a doula...great! Let's talk! At least several times a month I receive questions from women in my inbox...

Because of Her Joy: Carissa's Hospital Water Birth of Zelie Grace

I was more than ready for baby number two to make their grand entrance into the world. I hit my due date on Monday, March 15 and started...

43 Weeks, Long Labor, and "Big" Baby: Cassandra's Home Water Birth of Anna Rose

As we approached our due date of August 4th, I felt comfortable and calm. My heart was filled with excitement but I felt entirely content...

Dads Matter: The Many Ways for Husbands to Be a Part of Pregnancy and Birth

One of my favorite ways to be a support in the birth room is by helping the father to have an involved role in the birth of his baby. I...

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