Luna Natal Doula Care

Hospital birth classes do a great job teaching you how to time contractions, when to call, what to pack, and the basics of what labor can  look like. But they almost always skip the deeper truths — the ones that protect your autonomy, your body, your instincts, and the physiology of your birth. As a doula serving families across the Michiana area , I’ve supported enough births to tell you this: There is so much more you deserve to know. So today, I’m breaking down five power

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

When you picture your birth, who’s in the room with you? For many women, the first answer is, “My partner, maybe my mom… I don’t need birth doula services doula — I already have support.” It’s a loving, honest thought. But here’s a truth we don’t talk about enough: There’s a difference between being loved… and being truly supported during birth. Birth is a deeply emotional, physical ,  and often  spiritual journey. Each person you invite into that  sacred  space plays a role

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

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,...

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For many, the story of birth is one of joy, strength, and transformation. But for others—even here in Michiana communities like South...