Luna Natal Doula Care

There’s a moment in almost every hospital birth where things suddenly shift. You ’ve been in your cozy home, labor flowing beautifully, feeling grounded…and then it’s time to go. Out the door. Into bright lights. Into the unknown of the hospital system. Into a space that— let’s be honest— wasn’t built around the needs of laboring women. As a birth doula supporting families across the Michiana area , I’ve learned that how you transition from home to hospital in labor can dram

The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy, comfort, and celebration—but for many expectant parents, they can also bring an unexpected source of stress: induction pressure. Maybe your provider is suggesting an early induction so your baby doesn’t arrive “on a holiday,” or maybe you’ve overheard whispers about scheduling births around the calendar. Either way, the message is clear: some hospitals and providers see your due date as flexible, especially during the holiday se

Pregnancy is full of choices, decisions, and, let’s be honest, a lot of questions. Who will be in your corner? How will you navigate labor? What if things don’t go as planned? These questions are exactly why a birth doula consultation is such a valuable first step. Think of it as an interview, a conversation, and a planning session rolled into one—designed to ensure your birth experience is supported, respected, and truly centered on you. A consultation isn’t just about logi

One of the most common questions I hear from expecting parents is: “ What should I pack in my hospital bag for birth? ”  It’s an important question—packing too little can leave you scrambling, and overpacking can make your hospital stay feel more stressful than it needs to be. As a birth and postpartum doula serving families in Michiana , I’ve walked alongside many parents preparing for hospital births. I know what’s truly useful during labor, delivery, and recovery—and what

Pregnancy and birth are transformative experiences—powerful, vulnerable, and deeply personal. Yet, for many families in our community, access to supportive, informed, and compassionate birth care can feel out of reach. That’s why I created the Mama-to-Mama Birth Fund , a way to ensure that every birthing parent in Michiana has the opportunity to receive full birth doula support and advocacy, regardless of their financial situation. The vision behind this fund comes from my he

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,...

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...

Hello, expecting families of Niles, Michigan! If you’re reading this, you're probably exploring how to make your birth experience the...