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


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, 2025


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, 2025


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 11, 2025


What to Expect When You Are Hiring a Doula: A Week-By-Week Look Inside Birth Support
Photo: Memory Lane Photography You’ve peed on the stick, it’s positive (!!!), and now your Google search history includes things like “Is...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 14, 2025


For the Parents Navigating Life After Loss: Reflections and Resources for Bereaved Families
July marks Bereaved Parents Awareness Month, a time dedicated to honoring and supporting families who have experienced the heartbreaking...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 7, 2025


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, 2025


When Your Gut Says No: Red Flags in Birth Provider Communication and How a Doula Can Help
Pregnancy and birth are deeply personal journeys, and the relationship you have with your care provider can shape your entire experience....
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jun 2, 2025


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, 2025


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, 2025


Embracing & Nurturing Postpartum Mental Wellness with a Certified Michiana Postpartum Doula
The arrival of a new baby is often one of life's most joyous events. Yet, the reality of the postpartum period can also be challenging...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Apr 7, 2025


The Best Warming Postpartum Soup Recipe for New Moms in Michiana
Welcoming a new baby into the world is a beautiful journey, but postpartum recovery requires nourishment and care. As a birth doula in...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Mar 31, 2025


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, 2025


What Does a Postpartum Doula Do? Support for the Fourth Trimester
Welcoming a new baby is a monumental experience, one filled with joy, excitement, and, yes, plenty of challenges. It is both a sacred...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Mar 17, 2025


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, 2025


How to Prepare for a Birth In Mishawaka, Indiana: What Every Expecting Parent Should Know
Expecting a baby is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming especially when it comes to your birth options. However,...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Feb 3, 2025


Is Giving Birth in a Birthing Center the Right Choice for Me? A Guide to Birth Centers in the Michiana Area
Choosing where you give birth is a deeply personal and important decision. Where you give birth will create the environment for your...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 27, 2025


Big Babies: The Myth, the Truth, and What You Need to Know
As a birth doula in the Michiana area , I often hear concerns about delivering a “big baby.” Whether it’s a note during an ultrasound, or...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 20, 2025


Creating Tranquil Birth Spaces: A Doula's Guide to Designing a Sacred and Nurturing Environment
Creating a welcoming and supportive environment for childbirth is one of the most important decisions new parents face. While much...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 13, 2025


3 Tips for an Iconic and Empowered Birth Experience
Welcome to the Luna Natal Doula Care Blog! I bet you are here because you want to have a memorable, empowering, and positive birth...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jan 6, 2025


Unveiling the Power of Rituals in Birth and Postpartum: Honoring Transitions and Creating Sacred Spaces
Rituals and traditions are a fundamental aspect of human culture. Rituals help us navigate important life changes, including birth and...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Dec 30, 2024
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