by Esther Lesiv | May 3, 2022 | Labor
Written by Doula: Kelly Nichols According to a 2019 study, approximately 1 in 4 women in the United States will be induced to begin labor. The number may be even higher for first time moms. As a mother who has undergone an induction as well as a doula who has...
by Esther Lesiv | Sep 18, 2021 | Labor
Written by Doula Hannah Sears Let’s talk about VBACs! VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) rates are on the rise, but unfortunately many women still receive a lot of push back from providers when seeking support for their birth plan. “Your baby’s size increases your...
by Esther Lesiv | Jan 28, 2021 | Labor
Fifty years ago, there weren’t many choices when it came to who delivered babies. At that time, the doctor on duty at the closest hospital was really the only option considered. But historically, women have trusted other experienced birthing practitioners to...
by Esther Lesiv | Nov 12, 2020 | Labor
There are many benefits to hiring a doula. Research repeatedly reveals that doulas bring value to the childbirth experience. Studies specifically underline that the presence of a doula decreases the use of medical intervention. Doulas provide the needed...
by Esther Lesiv | Oct 30, 2020 | Labor, Postpartum, Pregnancy
Most people would assume that women no longer die in childbirth. And that’s somewhat true. Due to medical and technological advances in 20th century, we are better prepared to treat birth complications. However, the CDC (Centers for Disease and Control...
by Ben | Feb 14, 2014 | Labor
Simple Comfort Measures A wet towel is a simple comfort measure that has been helpful in many births that I have attended. Hormone surges alone are enough to cause hot flashes, let alone all the hard work a laboring mama is doing. The combination can make women very...
