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Jan 113 min read
The Last Days of Pregnancy: Finding Comfort in the Wait
The final days of pregnancy can feel like the longest stretch of an already incredible and long journey. The Last Days of Pregnancy
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Jan 84 min read
Fresh Test vs. Glucola for Gestational Diabetes Screening: Which is Better for Moms in the Charlotte and Lake Norman regions of NC??
For expecting mothers in the Charlotte and Lake Norman areas, gestational diabetes screening is an important part of prenatal care.
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Dec 15, 20234 min read
Biophysical Profiles (BPP) in Late Pregnancy: Assessing Fetal Well-being
One of the tools utilized by healthcare professionals to assess fetal health is the biophysical profile (BPP). BPPs are non-invasive.
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Nov 11, 20234 min read
Non-Stress Tests (NST) in Pregnancy: Understanding This Health Check for Your Baby
The Non-Stress Test (NST) is one such tool used by healthcare providers to keep a close check on the baby's health.
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Oct 27, 20233 min read
The Top 10 Must-Have Items for Your Birth: A Doula's Perspective
We will highlight the top 10 must-have items for your birth ensuring you're well-equipped for this life-changing event
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Oct 22, 20235 min read
Top 15 Questions for Your Provider: Choosing the Perfect One
How do you know your provider is right for you and your birthing desires/goals? Will they support you or are they just tolerant?
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Aug 28, 20207 min read
To Encapsulate Your Placenta or Not; That Is The Question.
When you first heard of placenta encapsulation I’m sure you were grossed out, or at least took pause.
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Aug 21, 20203 min read
Morning Sickness...Don't Let It Get You Down.
Morning sickness. It sucks. It wears you down. You feel like you should be grateful because it means you have a healthy and viable pregnancy
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Aug 15, 20203 min read
Placenta Encapsulation & the GBS Positive Mom; Is It Safe?
If I am GBS positive can I encapsulate?
The answer is YES! A thoroughly trained specialist will ensure that your placenta is safely prepared
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Aug 9, 20203 min read
Doulas DO NOT Replace Your Birth Partner
"Will you replace me in the birthing room?" "What will I do if you're there?" are questions that get asked frequently.
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Jul 27, 20206 min read
Preparing Your Mind & Body for Birth; Top 10 Recommendations From A Doula
Here is a list of 10 things you can do to prepare your mind and body for the birth of your baby. You can do one or all of these things.
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Jun 23, 20203 min read
Novant Approved Doula Support; What This Means for You!
Simplified, this means that while you are still only allowed one visitor, I won't be included in that count.
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Feb 1, 20203 min read
10 House Plant Ideas for Your Baby's Nursery; from a houseplant enthusiast and doula's perspective.
The top 10 houseplants for a nursery.
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Jan 31, 20202 min read
Don't Forget to Use Your BRAINS for Informed Consent in the birth space
Using your BRAINS in the birth space will help ensure you are truly informed in all decisions regarding your birthing experience.
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Dec 1, 20192 min read
A Postpartum Wellness Circle - What's That?
Come join us for some tea/coffee and good conversation! Each wellness circle will offer up a different topic of conversation. We will have g
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Feb 12, 20194 min read
An Open Letter To My L&D Nurse
Thank you for supporting me. Thank you for listening to me. Thank you for advocating for me. Thank you for the countless hours of hip squeez
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Dec 13, 20184 min read
Dance, Sing, Laugh, Learn; Kindermusik with Gina Is A Must!
She starts the class by singing a welcome song to each child, she gets them moving and dancing, uses sign language, and they get to play wit
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Dec 12, 20182 min read
Your Birth Story Matters!
Your story has the opportunity to help expectant parents, new parents, those struggling with birth trauma, those who struggle with depressio
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Nov 1, 20183 min read
Let's Talk About Belly Binding
This is an ancient art of belly binding in the country of Malaysia. While most countries have some sort of binding tradition to seal the mom
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Oct 30, 20183 min read
Isn't It About Time To Take Control Of Your Health?
But first I have to ask...Do you consider yourself a healthy eater? I mean, do you get the recommended servings of fruits and veggies daily?
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