Tag: birthkeeper
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How to Get Insurance to Pay For Your birthkeeper/Doula
One of the big questions I get asked is if I hire a birthkeeper or doula, will my insurance company cover her fees? And if so, how do I go about it? This is a very good question because if you’re olanning for a home birth understand most of the costs are out-of-pocket and it…
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Empowering Black Women: Role of BirthKeepers and Doulas
The alarming disparity in maternal mortality rates between Black women and their white counterparts is a pressing issue in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Black women are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. In my state of Georgia, we…
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BirthKeepers, Doulas, and Midwives – Who are they?
In the intricate tapestry of childbirth support, three key roles emerge as pillars of guidance and care: BirthKeepers, Doulas, and Midwives. While these titles may seem synonymous at first glance, each plays a distinct yet complementary role in bringing new life into the world. Midwives: Historically revered as guardians of birthing knowledge, midwives have walked…
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Vote for Melissa: Empower Blissful Births and Celebrate Super Moms!
I’m thrilled to share some exciting news with you all. I’ve been nominated to be featured as a Super Mom in Woman’s World magazine, and I need your help to make it happen! As the founder of Blissful Births, a holistic full-spectrum doula business, my passion for supporting families during their journey into parenthood runs…
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Understanding the Cultural Wisdom: Why Indigenous Cultures Advocate for a Two-Year Postpartum Healing Period
In many indigenous cultures around the world, including my own, there exists a deeply rooted belief that it takes approximately two years for a woman to heal fully after giving birth and that it is advisable to wait until this healing period has passed before conceiving another child. This traditional wisdom passed down through generations,…
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