How a Postpartum Doula Would Have Changed "Confessions of a Domestic Failure" (spoiler ale
I recently read the book "Confessions of a Domestic Failure" by Bunmi Laditan. I'll preface this post by saying that I really enjoyed...
5 Ways to Stay on Track with Self Care
As a health and wellness provider, I believe that self care is an integral part of a health and wellness regimen. I also understand how...
Dear new parent, the postpartum period doesn't have to be so hard.
When I trained as a labor doula, my trainer said something that has stuck with my and transformed the way I look at my work as a doula....
Top 10 Swimming Spots In And Around Jefferson and Lewis Counties
If one is looking to escape hot summer days by finding a place to swim in Northern New York, they don't have to look far. Northern NY is...
No Pain No Gain? Not On My Table
There seems to be the misconception when people come for a massage that they have to leave feeling as though they have been beat up for...
Mother's Day and Infertility
Mother's day is coming up and for the woman struggling with infertility, I want you to know that I see you. I see your pain and grief. I...
5 Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
We all know massage therapy is good for us and feels heavenly, especially during pregnancy, but do you know how exactly it is good for...
I Gave Myself Permission to Practice Self Care
After 3 months straight of living in a hospital and frequent hospitalizations leading up to that, I found myself not feeling so great...
Fed Is Best
One would think that feeding a baby shouldn't be that difficult right? We however live in a society with strong opinions and judgement...
Is A Doula A Necessity Or A Luxury?
Are doulas a necessity or a luxury? This is a topic that comes up frequently in the doula community. There are doulas that believe that...
