Can we just let go of the term “natural birth” already? Here’s a hot take: it does more harm than it has usefulness. There’s a phrase that a local midwife we adore uses – have intentions and hold them loosely. Thousands of birth stories...
1 – “We’re just gonna go with the flow…” Yes, “flow” can be extremely useful in the birth process. AND without preparation, intention, information-gathering ahead of time, it can be hard to keep your flow once you step into a hospital...
We do a #TellUsTuesday post in our IG stories each week, and it’s always a fantastic place to learn about what all kinds of parents think and do. A few weeks ago, we asked families “name the top three items you found most useful in the early months of...
Alli & Lea Childbirth educators, doulas, and Lumos co-founders Lil Bit of Lumos: “How many cervical checks should you get in labor?” It’s a bit of a trick question – how many cervical checks should someone get in labor –...
Alli & Lea Childbirth educators, doulas, and Lumos co-founders Introducing: “Tips for Doulas” Todays tip: When using aromatherapy, wait on using a diffuser if labor is in full swing. One of the most remarked-upon and beloved items in our doula bags are...
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