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


5 Things Your Hospital Birth Class Probably Won’t Tell You (from a Birth Doula & Childbirth Educator)
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
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
3 days ago


Building Your Birth Team with Birth Doula Services: Assigning Intentional Roles for a Peaceful Birth Experience in Michiana
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
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Dec 22, 2025


What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag for Birth: Practical Tips from a Michiana Doula
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
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Nov 24, 2025


Essential Support for First-Time Parents from a Birth Doula in Three Rivers, Michigan
Photo Credit: @thenaturaldoula Becoming a parent for the first time is one of life’s most exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—journeys....
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 27, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


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 28, 2024
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