Decide not only if you want a doula, but also when to hire a doula can be confusing. Let's explore some of the factors that go into deciding if you will hire your doula at 10 weeks, or 38 weeks.
When to Hire a Doula
Certified Birth Doulas In The Triangle
Safe Placenta Encapsulation
Carolina Birth and Wellness will no longer off the RAW method of preparation due to safety concerns addressed in the recent CDC article that cited safety concerns with placenta encapsulation.
Top 10 Reasons Why Doulas Are Not Just for First Time Parents
Doulas are for everyone! Especially 2nd, 3rd, and even 4th time parents. Read more about our favorite reasons why doulas are not just for first time parents!
I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-C-E
This weekend we are celebrating the 4th of July, Independence Day, the day the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, 241 years ago! Freedom, it is an incredible thing we have in this country, here at CBW we are thankful for this freedom, especially the freedom that comes into the conception, pregnancy, labor and delivery arena.
"Normal" Labor
During pregnancy and birth, we try to avoid saying something is normal vs abnormal, but rather your unique birth story is your own.
A Natural Intervention is Still an Intervention
“Natural” interventions or tips that can be recommended by your favorite Midwife Facebook, or Doctor Google can be great, but also dangerous if you do not have someone that understands what method you are interested in trying and your specific medical history.
How To Get More Sleep With a Newborn
Ah sleep. The amazing, elusive treat that new parents long for and new babies rebel against. While it might seem like a luxury, it is very important that as a new parent, especially if you just gave birth, you are able to get a least a few hours of sleep each day.
Team Work Between Doulas and Medical Providers
Working WITH Midwives, Doctors and Nurses is one of biggest goals as an agency with doulas serving Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill area hospitals and birth centers.
Importance of Having A Doula
Preparing for a baby can mean you get to plan and prepare a nursery, pick out adorable baby clothes, as well as surround yourself with family and friends who are equally as excited for you. And while there a ton of exciting firsts during pregnancy, there are also some less exciting events you may experience where a doulas expertise and support would be incredibly beneficial.
7 Tips for Being Induced
If you are facing an induction, make sure to check out these great tips to help make the process as smooth as possible!
Two Doulas are Better Than One
Two is always better than one: two cups of coffee after a long night, two more kisses, and two doulas to provide continuous and complete birth support! Read more about our team approach here!
Protocols Regarding Releasing a Patient’s Placenta
Understanding the policies for having your placenta released to you by your birthing location is an important step in preparing for birth. Read more about those policies here!
How to Encapsulate Twin Placentas
Twins means two of everything: two carseats, two sets of clothes, two dirty diapers, but sometimes one OR two placentas. Learn more about the process about encapsulation one or two placentas at the same time for families expecting multiples.
Intraheptic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP) Awareness
At 35 weeks, I woke up to extreme itching. Turns out it was a good thing I did not just chalk this up to another weird pregnancy symptom.
Placenta Salve
Having a placenta salve is a wonderful way to have a topical balm made with organic beeswax, nutrient coconut oil, calming lavender essential oil, and your own placenta!
Hormones in the Placenta
Learning about why placenta encapsulation is a great addition to your postpartum plan starts with learning about the various hormones that are present in your placenta and why they are beneficial to you!
When to NOT Have Your Placenta Encapsulated
Knowing both the benefits and risks of a situation is the best way to make an informed decision. Read more to see the risks and contraindications that can be associated with placenta encapsulation.
Placenta Prints
Placenta prints are a wonderful way to have a visual reminder of your placenta. Learn more about them here!
What About The Smell?
Processing and encapsulating a placenta in a client's home can raise some questions: the biggest being what about the lingering smell in my house? Read to learn more about smell and placenta encapsulation.
