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Luna Natal Doula Care
Birth & Postpartum Services
Serving Michiana (Northern Indiana & Southwest Michigan + Virtual)


Empowering Birth Through Personalized Childbirth Education Classes
Pregnancy can be thrilling, overwhelming, and everything in between. The thought of labor can bring excitement, anticipation… and a fair amount of anxiety. That’s exactly why personalized childbirth education classes are so important—not just as a checklist item on your pregnancy to-do list, but as a tool for empowerment, confidence, information, and clarity. When you know what’s happening in your body, understand your options, and have strategies to navigate labor, you step
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
5 days ago


Epidural in Labor: What You Need to Know About Benefits, Risks, and Options
When it comes to pain relief in labor, the epidural is one of the most common choices. But it also comes with a lot of questions, myths,...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 20


Group B Strep in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know About GBS Testing
Pregnancy comes with so many new terms, acronyms, and decisions—and one that often pops up late in the third trimester is Group B Strep...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 13


Celebrating Midwives: Understanding the Midwifery Model of Care
When it comes to giving birth, the choice of where to give birth and who is present at your birth is one of the most important you will...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 6


Your Birth, Your Choice: Understanding the Top Reasons for Induction and How to Advocate for Yourself
When it comes to birth, one thing is clear: your choices matter. As a birth doula supporting families virtually and in the Michiana...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 4


What Is the Placenta and Why It Matters: A Doula’s Guide for Empowered Birth
When we think about pregnancy and birth, we often focus on the growing baby or the labor process—but one of the most powerful and...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
May 26


Effacement, Station & Dilation Explained: What Cervical Checks Really Tell You in Labor (From a Michiana Birth Doula)
If you’ve ever been told “You’re only 3 centimeters,” you know how frustrating and confusing cervical checks can feel. And if you’re...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
May 5


Celebrating Cesarean Awareness Month: Your Crash Course on Cesarean Birth
April is Cesarean Awareness Month , a time to educate, empower, and support those who have had or may have a cesarean birth. Whether...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Apr 14


Understanding Cervical Checks : How a Doula Can Support You
Nearing the last trimester of pregnancy, you might begin to hear about cervical checks or exams. For many people, these seem like a...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Mar 3


How to Prepare for a Birth In Mishawaka, Indiana: What Every Expecting Parent Should Know
Expecting a baby is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming especially when it comes to your birth options. However,...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Feb 3


Big Babies: The Myth, the Truth, and What You Need to Know
As a birth doula in the Michiana area , I often hear concerns about delivering a “big baby.” Whether it’s a note during an ultrasound, or...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 20


The Difference Between A Birth Doula & A Midwife
As an expecting parent, it can feel overwhelming trying to find the right care team for your pregnancy. This can feel especially true as...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
May 6, 2024
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