Tag: postpartum
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Empowering Women of Colour Through Doula Support
As a traditional midwife, birthkeeper, and advocate for holistic wellness, I have witnessed firsthand how empowering women of colour through birthkeeper/doula support can profoundly transform birth experiences. In many communities, especially among Black and Indigenous women, birthing has historically been a sacred and community-oriented experience. However, over time, the medicalisation of birth has often left…
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The Impact of Birthkeeper/Doula Support on Maternal Mental Health and Wellbeing
Maternal mental health is an essential part of the birthing journey, yet it is often overlooked in mainstream healthcare. As a traditional midwife and doula, I have seen how consistent, compassionate support can dramatically improve maternal mental health and overall wellbeing. Birthkeepers/Doulas are not just birth workers but emotional anchors who help mothers navigate the…
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The Importance of Postpartum Care in Holistic Wellness for BIPOC Women
The Importance of Postpartum Care in Holistic Wellness for BIPOC Women The postpartum period, often called the “fourth trimester,” is a critical phase in a woman’s journey through motherhood. While pregnancy and childbirth receive much attention, the postpartum experience is often overlooked, particularly for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) women. This stage is…
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Get Your Birth Worker Business Started with the Ultimate Form Packet
Starting a career as a birth worker is a fulfilling and empowering journey, but it can also feel overwhelming to get all the necessary tools in place. As someone who has been in the birth industry, I know how much time and effort it takes to create all the forms you need to operate professionally…
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Subscription Baby Box Oh Baby Box Out of This World
Who doesn’t love a fully stocked baby box with full-size products for mamas during their pregnancy and postpartum? Oh Baby box has it all in their monthly subscription options curated for our needs while creating life. I enjoyed collaborating with Oh Baby Boxes during my postpartum period (which has been a wonderful and stress-free) experience, and the…
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