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Luna Natal Doula Care
Birth & Postpartum Services
Supporting and protecting the sacredness and sanctity of birth and postpartum.


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
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Induction and Advocacy: A Birth Doula's Guide for Michiana Parents
As a Michiana birth doula, I understand that navigating the complexities of childbirth can be overwhelming. One of the key aspects of a...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Feb 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
Jan 27
Is Giving Birth in a Birthing Center the Right Choice for Me? A Guide to Birth Centers in the Michiana Area
Choosing where you give birth is a deeply personal and important decision. Where you give birth will create the environment for your...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 20
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 13
Creating Tranquil Birth Spaces: A Doula's Guide to Designing a Sacred and Nurturing Environment
Creating a welcoming and supportive environment for childbirth is one of the most important decisions new parents face. While much...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 6
3 Tips for an Iconic and Empowered Birth Experience
Welcome to the Luna Natal Doula Care Blog! I bet you are here because you want to have a memorable, empowering, and positive birth...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Dec 30, 2024
Unveiling the Power of Rituals in Birth and Postpartum: Honoring Transitions and Creating Sacred Spaces
Rituals and traditions are a fundamental aspect of human culture. Rituals help us navigate important life changes, including birth and...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Dec 2, 2024
My Approach To A Labor Doula Consultation
Labor doulas (aka birth doulas) provide non-medical emotional, physical, and informational support and advocacy to pregnant individuals....


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Nov 18, 2024
What Can You Expect from After Birth Doula Support in the Immediate Postpartum Period?
Doula support is invaluable during pregnancy and birth. However, the importance of doula support during the immediate postpartum period...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Nov 4, 2024
The Role of a Birth Doula Near Me: Understanding Birth and Postpartum Support
A doula is a trained professional who provides emotional, physical, and informational support to individuals during pregnancy, birth, and...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 28, 2024
How a Birth Doula Can Help with Unexpected Birth Outcomes and Postpartum Support
As an expecting parent, you probably have an idea of your desired birth experience. Learning how to advocate for yourself in the birth...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 14, 2024
Gentle Cesarean Birth: A Mother-Centered Approach With Doula Support
The current rate of Cesarean births in the United States is approximately 32.4% as of April 2024 documentation. In the Indiana/Michigan...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Sep 23, 2024
Navigating Pregnancy After Loss: Embracing Hope and Healing
Pregnancy is a deeply personal and transformative time in a person's life. However, pregnancy after loss carries its own unique blend of...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Sep 9, 2024
Embrace the Power of Birth Affirmations with Birth Doula Support
Being pregnant can fill you with a rollercoaster of emotions - excitement, anticipation, and often some fear about labor and delivery....


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 26, 2024
6 Tips To Find Your Right Doula Services
Congratulations! You have discovered you are expecting a baby(ies). You probably have already given some though to what your birth will...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 29, 2024
Combining Hydrotherapy and Doula Support for a Positive Labor Experience
Hydrotherapy, or the use of water to alleviate pain and discomfort during labor, is a valuable resource birth doulas can offer clients in...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 1, 2024
Empowering Yourself: The Power of Birth Affirmations with Doula Support
You have probably heard about birth affirmations before but maybe you want to learn more not that you have learned of your own pregnancy....


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jun 3, 2024
How A Doula Supports Partners During Labor & The Postpartum Period
Doula support is not just for the birthing person. Doula support is actually for your entire family including the birthing person’s...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
May 20, 2024
Finding The Right Model of Care For Your Needs
As a birthing person, finding the right provider and birth location are just two of the many decisions you will make during your...


Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
May 6, 2024
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...
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