Isolation in Motherhood: Addressing the Lack of Community and the Disappearance of “The Village”
I’m sure you have heard the saying “It takes a village” when it comes to parenting. This African proverb sheds light on the fact that it takes a community to raise children in a safe and healthy environment that promotes growth and security. This phrase is often used in passing when talking about children but where is “the village” nowadays?
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[Pelvic Floor Therapy] Commonly Asked Questions Answered w/ Jessica McNally, DPT
As a doula, I often refer clients to pelvic floor physical therapy. Although it is highly beneficial, many people are not sure what it is or why they should look into it! Today on the blog, I have the pleasure of speaking with my good friend, Jessica McNally. She is a pelvic floor therapist and owner of Jessica McNally Physical Therapy and Yoga LLC in Morristown, New Jersey. She will answer some of the most commonly asked questions so you have a better idea of what to expect!
“Will I Be a Good Mom?”— 6 Ways to Navigate Self-Doubt in Parenthood
A question that many new parents ask themselves is “Am I going to be a good parent?”. You may have started wondering that from the moment you found out you were pregnant or even before you decided you wanted to try for a baby. No matter how prepared you thought you were for a baby, this question can come up at one point or another. Sometimes we can ask ourselves this again with subsequent pregnancies. “How could I possibly be a good parent to multiple babies?” In this post, we will talk about why you may be feeling this way and what you can do about it.
What Can I Do With My Placenta After Giving Birth?
If you are pregnant, you have probably been googling every topic under the sun! The more you search, the more questions you may have. You’ll learn things you didn't even know you needed to know – like the fact that some people KEEP their placenta after birth! Now, if you’re not familiar with this and are wondering, “Why on earth would someone keep their placenta???” this post is for you! We’ll go over what the placenta is, why some people keep it, and what you can do with it. Keep reading to see if this is something you would like to do!
Navigating Gender Disappointment During Pregnancy
While most of what we hear about pregnancy seems to be the happiness and anticipation of the future, there are also times that can make someone feel a little down. There are many feelings and emotions in the realm of normalcy when it comes to pregnancy. One of the feelings, not many people discuss is gender disappointment.
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[Pregnancy Loss] 5 Ways a Doula Can Help
Let’s break the taboo and talk about pregnancy loss…
Experiencing a pregnancy loss can be an emotionally challenging and isolating journey for many families. Coping with grief, uncertainty, and a range of complex emotions can be overwhelming, especially when it is something that is still seen as “taboo” to speak about. While doulas are often associated with providing support during labor and birth, their role extends beyond this. Doulas, specifically bereavement doulas, can be a valuable source of support and comfort during pregnancy loss as well.