Luna Natal Doula Care

Photo Credit: https://www.newlifebirthservices.org/new-life-blog/2020/5/12/how-tens-can-reduce-pain-in-labor When my clients tell me they want tools — not just coping mantras — I often bring up one simple, powerful option: t he TENS unit. TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is a small, handheld device that can provide drug-free pain relief during labor. It’s portable, non-invasive, and gives you control. And as a b irth doula and childbirth educator , I love

If you’re pregnant and planning to give birth in or around th e South Bend, Indiana area , chances are you’ve already been flooded with advice. From well-meaning family members to quick hospital classes and social media soundbites, it can feel like everyone has an opinion about how your birth should go. As a birth doula and childbirth educator serving the South Bend–Michiana area, these are the five things I wish every pregnant woman knew before stepping into labor. Not to

If you’ve heard the term “sunny side up baby” and felt an immediate wave of concern—take a breath. An occiput posterior (OP) baby is common, normal, and can be flipped during labor. It doesn’t mean your body is failing or that your birth is destined to be difficult—but it can change how labor feels and how we support it. As a birth doula and childbirth educator , my role isn’t to “fix” your body or force your baby into position. It’s to help create space, balance, and opti

Let’s get real: labor is intense. It’s powerful, transformative, sometimes scary, and always deeply personal. If you’re a birth partner—whether that’s a spouse, friend, or family member—you probably want to help, but the sheer volume of advice online can be overwhelming. Cue this Birth Partner Cheat Sheet: your go-to guide for what actually makes a difference during labor. As a birth doula , I’ve seen firsthand which strategies calm, support, and empower birthing people—and w

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