When a lot of people think of doulas, they think about the time later in pregnancy. I think it’s because we are often equated to labor and delivery. This is a myth about doula work because one of my favorite things about being a doula is working with and getting to know moms during early pregnancy! There’s a lot thats going on with our bodies and it can feel a little scary or confusing when you don’t know what to expect. Here’s a list of 7 must have’s that I always suggest to my clients in that early pregnancy stage!

Gin Gin’s: Ginger Candy
This ginger candy can be so helpful for nausea and upset stomachs during the first few weeks of pregnancy. It’s so difficult to go throughout your day like nothing is happening when there is a war going on in your stomach. Gin Gin’s can help soothe your tummy one little chewy candy at a time!
Preggie pops:
Another great way to combat the morning (all day!) sickness are preggie pops. These suckers and meant to soothe your stomach and keep nausea at bay.
Elastic Waist Extender:
These may seem unnecessary but trust me they are a lifesaver! These little extenders go a long way when your body is experiencing bloating from increased progesterone (those pesky but amazing hormones!) No one wants to deal with pants that are too tight so grab a long shirt and some waist extenders and eat your sandwich in peace!
A great prenatal with DHA
Your prenatal is one of the most important things to start doing/taking during your pregnancy. It will ensure that baby is getting everything they need to grow healthy and strong. Pink stork is a great option!
Pregnancy Pillow
You may have already noticed back ache, tossing and turning in the night or other not very fun symptoms of pregnancy. Don’t wait, buy a pregnancy pillow today! You will thank me in a few days.
A good protein powder
Increasing your protein during pregnancy is a great way to enjoy a healthy delivery! An easy way to do this is to use a great protein powder in shakes and smoothies. I love Vega chocolate protein powder!
Early Gender Reveal test!
Its now possible to find out the gender of your baby at 9-10 weeks pregnant! If you are a planner like me, this test is just up your alley!

Happy Early Pregnancy!

Mar 12, 2024

Breastfeeding During Illness

Every new mom can tell you that getting sick and having to take care of a baby are two things that should never go together! There is nothing worse than trying to care for yourself and your baby at the same time. This predicament can be made even worse when you are breastfeeding. There can be fear of passing the illness on to the baby and making sure you are taking care of yourself is crucial. Here are some steps and ideas to utilize when sick and breastfeeding.

Benefits and Risks of Different Birth Settings

If you are newly pregnant, you may be wondering where the best place for you to give birth in Kansas City would be. We are so lucky to have such phenomenal care providers in every sector in Kansas City so we have put together a quick benefits and risks check list for you to help you decide what would be the best location for you. Take a look and fill out our contact sheet so we can help walk with you as you make this important decision!

Dec 16, 2021

Goldie's Birth

One of my dreams has always been to have a peaceful, beautiful home birth where I can give birth in the water and immediately snuggle up with baby in my bed! That was the plan for three years as we tried and tried to get pregnant with Goldie. Finally in January of 2021 we found out that we were pregnant again and I immediately texted my midwife with the news. The 10 months of pregnancy flew by and soon it was my due date, september 25th! We had everything set up and I was getting so excited as I would be the first of my sisters to give birth to one of the fab four. Nothing happened for five full days after my due date. Finally on the morning of the 29th I started contracting at 7:30 AM. I was so excited because with Fred, I started contractions at 7 and had a baby by 2:30! I just knew that that would be the case here to

Jul 30, 2021

Hiring A Doula During Covid

So you are pregnant and want to hire a doula, congratulations!

We are also currently living during a worldwide pandemic that doesn’t seem to be interested in slowing down or cooling off.

We are as frustrated as you are!

Mar 23, 2021

So You Are Having Twins?

Conceiving and growing two (or more!) babies at once rather than one is a pretty big deal. There are two tiny humans inside of you, which means your body is responsible for the development and health of double what a singleton Mom is responsible for. Is this a reason to panic?

Feb 1, 2021

What Is In A Doula Certification?

I have a few people each month contact me in search of the best doula certification to embark on their journey in becoming a doula. We also have clients ask us every now and then “what is your certification and why was it the one you chose?” I want to spell out doula certifications for you in this blog to help everyone better understand what it is, what it looks like and how we get to where we are.

Jan 6, 2021

ABC's of Pregnancy: K is for Kegels

In the most basic sense, kegel exercises are a workout for your pelvic floor. They help prevent incontinense issues and other pelvic floor problems. Childbirth is one of the main ways that weaken our pelvic floor so keeping it strong is so important.