welcome teddy james
September 20, 2024 We all knew once we got it going Teddy would be here and no time and he did not disappoint! We got to the office mid morning, and contractions had slowed a bit, so we worked through the miles circuit then headed to Avalon to walk it out a bit more. Once […]
Your Partner: The Expert on You. Your Doula: The Expert on Physiological Birth.
When preparing for birth, many people wonder about the roles of their partner and their doula. Who does what? How do they work together? The answer lies in their unique areas of expertise. Your partner (or closest support person) knows you—your personality, your history, your preferences, your fears, and your strengths. They are the expert […]
Rejina W. – January 2024
Cara helped ground me and redirect my attention to what I needed to do. She has such a calming presence and so much knowledge on caring for you during pregnancy and birth.
Welcome Baby Girl! – March 14, 2024
welcome baby girlMarch 14, 2024 When plans change, so does the support. I’m so grateful to have built a great relationship with this family! And can’t wait to see them again!
Baby Nabber
Baby Nabber circa 2014. I think one of the problems I have as a doula (and obviously before I became one professionally) is sometimes you have pictures of babies…and you don’t know who they are If I held your baby in 2014, and you remember that day…let me know
Taking Calls
You might be a doula if you are taking client calls on the golf course. Frisbee golf course, that is. I should also say I am incredibly grateful to be on the journey with this family. Repost from 2020. It doesn’t matter where I am or when you call…I’m ready!
2023 Recap! (its a little late I know)
I started out 2023 working full time at Chick-Fil-A and pursuing birthwork full time. It took me 8 months to finally step out in faith to pursue my calling…and the only regret I have is that I didn’t trust God sooner (but hey, there were lessons to be learned and growth that needed to happen […]
I only have eyes for you! (cue background music)
As birth and postpartum doulas we get pulled in so many ways, having several clients with needs at the same time…when not expected can be a lot, especially when you throw in trying to still be present with your friends and family. But mama, I promise you…when I am with you, I only have eyes […]
The Perfect Gift Part 5
postpartum doula Having postpartum support often gets over looked. Moms are expected to do everything they did before, and heal, and care for a new baby! They need to be loved and cared for just like that new little one. The goal of a postpartum doula is to “mother the mother”, allowing her the time […]
The Perfect Gift-Part 4
The gift of a birth doula is one that keeps giving!