Birth & Baby, Childbirth, Doula, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Health, The Birth Chat

Coping Skills & Comfort Techniques for the Third Trimester and Labor

The final weeks of pregnancy bring a whirlwind of physical changes, emotional shifts, and mental preparation. While you may feel joyful and ready to meet your baby, you might also be uncomfortable, restless, or even a little nervous about labor. Whether this is your first or fifth baby, learning how to care for your body,… Read More Coping Skills & Comfort Techniques for the Third Trimester and Labor

Birth Trauma, Childbirth, Mental Health & Support, Support, The Birth Chat, Trauma, Women's Issues

Advocating for Yourself During Childbirth After Sexual Trauma: Understanding Your Rights, Choices, and Coping Tools

Childbirth is a deeply personal experience—but for survivors of sexual trauma, it can also bring unexpected triggers, fear, or vulnerability. If you’ve experienced sexual trauma, know this: you are not alone, and your voice, body, and choices matter—especially during labor and birth. This post is here to remind you that you have the right to… Read More Advocating for Yourself During Childbirth After Sexual Trauma: Understanding Your Rights, Choices, and Coping Tools

Birth & Baby, Mental & Emotional Health, Mental Health & Support, Mood Disorders, Postpartum, Postpartum PTSD, Postpartum Support, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Health, Support, The Birth Chat

Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety

An in-depth look at Dr. Nicole Pensak’s groundbreaking guide for navigating motherhood with compassion and science Motherhood can be beautiful—and it can be overwhelming. For new moms who find themselves anxious, uncertain, or not quite like themselves, Dr. Nicole Pensak’s book, Rattled: How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain,… Read More Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety

Info, Postpartum, Postpartum Support

The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help

Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most transformative experiences in a person’s life, but the postpartum period—often referred to as the fourth trimester—can be just as challenging as pregnancy and birth. New mothers need rest, healing, and support as they recover physically and emotionally while bonding with their newborns. This is… Read More The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help

Childbirth, Info

Understanding the First Stage of Labor: What to Expect and How to Cope

Labor and childbirth are unique experiences—no two births are exactly alike. What one person goes through may be completely different from another’s experience. Every birth story is different, and every labor progresses in its own way. There are four stages of labor:1️⃣ The First Stage – The process of the cervix dilating to 10 cm.2️⃣… Read More Understanding the First Stage of Labor: What to Expect and How to Cope

Childbirth, Info, Pregnancy

The Rebozo: A Timeless Tool for Pregnancy, Labor, and Beyond

If I had to choose just one essential tool for pregnancy and childbirth, it would be the Rebozo. In every childbirth class I teach, I introduce my students to this incredibly versatile and comforting tool. The reactions are always the same—instant relief, increased relaxation, and excitement at how simple yet effective it is! But here’s… Read More The Rebozo: A Timeless Tool for Pregnancy, Labor, and Beyond