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

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

Every year on November 17th, World Prematurity Day shines a light on premature birth—when a baby is born before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy—and on the families who walk that unexpected road. For many, prematurity brings surprises, challenges, and grief, but also hope, resilience, and courage. As a birth doula , I believe that with informed care, compassionate support, and advocacy, families can be stronger in the face of uncertainty. What are the Facts About Premature Bir

Bringing home one baby is a huge adjustment. Bringing home two—or even three—can feel like stepping into a whole new world. Many parents of multiples in the Michiana area tell me the same thing: “I thought I was prepared, but nothing could have prepared me for the reality of juggling multiple newborns at once.” As a postpartum doula, offering local doula support my role is to come alongside you during this season, offering hands-on support, calm reassurance, and the practica

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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