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


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


Reading Labor in Real Time: Tips for Empowered Birth from a Birth Doula
Labor is loud, intense, and transformative—but here’s the thing: your body already knows what to do . It’s talking to you the whole...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Sep 29


Why You Should Consider a Virtual Doula: Online Birth Support for Every Birthing Person
Pregnancy and birth can feel overwhelming, even in the best circumstances. From navigating medical appointments to preparing your home...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Sep 15


How to Stay Mentally Strong in Your Third Trimester: Tips from a Southwest Michigan Birth Doula
The third trimester can feel like a rollercoaster. Physically, your body is changing rapidly. Emotionally, anticipation, fear, and...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Sep 8


Birth Trauma Doesn’t Disappear Just Because You Heard ‘Healthy Baby, Healthy Mom
She lays in the hospital bed, hollow-eyed and silent, while everyone around her congratulates her on a “beautiful birth.” They mean well....
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 25


From Obedient Patient to Powerful Participant: Reclaiming Your Birth Experience
Let’s be real—too many people are walking away from their births feeling like things happened to them , not with them . They’re told they...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 18


Planning to Breastfeed? Here’s How Birth Doula Breastfeeding Support Makes a Difference
You’re planning to bring your baby into the world with intention. Maybe you’re already thinking about your birth preferences, how to...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 11


The Hidden Statistics of Hispanic Maternal Health—And How Birth Support Changes the Story
September is Hispanic Heritage Month! As we honor Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s essential to shine light on a truth often overlooked:...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 10


The Most Overlooked Birth Tool? Your Nervous System and Michiana Doula Support
That's right! The nervous system is a tool you can use during birth. In fact, it is probably the most POWERFUL tool in your toolbox when...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 28


Hospitals V.S Home Births: What's Right For YOU-- and How A Local Birth Doula Can Support Either
Choosing where to give birth is one of the most personal decisions you’ll make during your pregnancy. For many families, the choice...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 21


When the Birth Story Hurts: Recognizing Postpartum PTSD & The Role of a Doula in Recovery
For many, the story of birth is one of joy, strength, and transformation. But for others—even here in Michiana communities like South...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jun 16


Snack Smart for Birth: What to Pack in Your Labor Bag (Straight from a Michiana Doula)
As a birth doula serving the Michiana area —including South Bend, Niles, Mishawka, Elkhart, and Goshen—I’m often asked what snacks are...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jun 9


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


My Top 3 Grounding Methods for Birth as a South Bend, Indiana Doula
As a South Bend Indiana Doula and nearby areas, one of the many things I support clients with during birth is grounding methods. Yep,...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Apr 28


10 Reasons Advocacy is Critical for Birth Doula Support Near Me
When searching for birth doula support near you , one of the most valuable aspects to consider is advocacy. As a birth doula, my role...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Apr 21


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


Do I Need a Birth Doula Near Me? 5 Signs Adding a Doula to Your Birth Team is Empowering
When it comes to preparing for childbirth, many expecting parents focus on finding the right doctor or midwife, and setting up space for...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Mar 24


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


Debunking Common Myths About Doulas: What Michiana Parents Should Know
When it comes to pregnancy, labor, and delivery, many parents in the Michiana region are seeking support systems that can guide them...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Feb 17


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 10
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