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

Pregnancy is full of choices, decisions, and, let’s be honest, a lot of questions. Who will be in your corner? How will you navigate labor? What if things don’t go as planned? These questions are exactly why a birth doula consultation is such a valuable first step. Think of it as an interview, a conversation, and a planning session rolled into one—designed to ensure your birth experience is supported, respected, and truly centered on you. A consultation isn’t just about logi

Pregnancy can be thrilling, overwhelming, and everything in between. The thought of labor can bring excitement, anticipation… and a fair amount of anxiety. That’s exactly why personalized childbirth education classes are so important—not just as a checklist item on your pregnancy to-do list, but as a tool for empowerment, confidence, information, and clarity. When you know what’s happening in your body, understand your options, and have strategies to navigate labor, you step

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

Pregnancy and birth are transformative experiences—powerful, vulnerable, and deeply personal. Yet, for many families in our community, access to supportive, informed, and compassionate birth care can feel out of reach. That’s why I created the Mama-to-Mama Birth Fund , a way to ensure that every birthing parent in Michiana has the opportunity to receive full birth doula support and advocacy, regardless of their financial situation. The vision behind this fund comes from my he

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