Samantha Moore

January 30, 2018

Doula in the Northland

Grateful

Samantha Moore

January 30, 2018

Doula in the Northland

I don't know how I got so lucky to do this work that I love, in both being a mother and being a doula. I am truly grateful.

Samantha Moore

January 1, 2018

Doula in the Northland

Happy New Year Kansas City

Samantha Moore

January 1, 2018

Doula in the Northland

The new year is a time to restart, refresh and reevaluate. I hope this new year finds your family heathy, safe and ready for adventure, Kansas City. 2018 is going to be a good one!

Samantha Moore

October 23, 2017

Doula in the Northland

My KC Doula

Samantha Moore

October 23, 2017

Doula in the Northland

The Doula Girls has been quite the adventure! I began this business in North Liberty Iowa after my doula training in 2015. I wanted to start a business with a name that allowed for growth and movement. We weren't sure how long we would be living in Iowa and I didn't want to name a business something that couldn't move with me.

Samantha Moore

June 14, 2016

Motherhood

Doula In the Northland

Samantha Moore

June 14, 2016

Motherhood

I recently moved to Kansas City.

Wait, backup...

Where in Kansas City? Southland, northland, Liberty, Overland Park, Olathe, Platte City, Downtown?

uhhhh...

It turns out Kansas City is ENORMOUS!

Dec 3, 2024

Group Childbirth Ed Classes in the Kansas City Area

So you are having a baby! What an exciting time! You may be wondering what the best ways to prepare for you impending labor would be. You’ve read some books and seen LOTS of tik toks but there’s so much information out there! Who do you believe and how do you sift through it all?

May 7, 2024

Why Do I Need A Postpartum Doula?

Postpartum doulas have quickly risen in popularity over the last few years. Everyone from Mindy Kaling to your neighbor down the street have chosen to work with one of these newborn & infant care providers in their home.

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.