Ever wonder what doulas actually bring to a birth? In this post, we’re sharing the tools and comfort items we pack in our doula bags—from rebozos and massage tools to essential oils and TENS units. Whether you’re preparing to birth at home, in the hospital, or at a birth center, here’s how we show up ready to support you with care, calm, and confidence.

Not all contractions mean active labor—welcome to prodromal labor. Learn the signs, how to manage it, and why it’s sometimes a step toward meeting your baby.

And then I just remember hearing the number 8. I was already dilated to 8 CM. My heart dropped and I immediately yelled “Please let me have the epidural, please!”

It was almost scary to feel my body internally take over like that with little to no “effort” on my end. It was so intense and unreal to experience. I birthed my son standing up in less than 10 minutes.

Grief and regret post traumatic birth is a VERY real thing… I experienced it after the birth of my son! This is why I worked so hard and prayed for God’s blessings and protection over the birth of my daughter.

You’re probably asking yourself how you’ll know when labor has truly begun. What signs should you be watching for? And when should you call or text your doula(s)? When should you call your midwife/OB?

Trauma is magnified in pregnancy… especially past pregnancy, loss and/or birth trauma. Trauma leads us to be safety-seeking asking ourselves “what can I do so this doesn’t happen again?”.