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Luna Natal Doula Care
Birth & Postpartum Services
Supporting and protecting the sacredness and sanctity of birth and postpartum.


Group B Strep in Pregnancy: What You Need to Know About GBS Testing
Pregnancy comes with so many new terms, acronyms, and decisions—and one that often pops up late in the third trimester is Group B Strep...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 13


Celebrating Midwives: Understanding the Midwifery Model of Care
When it comes to giving birth, the choice of where to give birth and who is present at your birth is one of the most important you will...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Oct 6


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


Balancing Healing, Baby, and Household: How Postpartum Doula Support Nearby Can Help You
The first weeks after welcoming a new baby are magical—but they are also some of the most challenging of your life. Your body is...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Sep 22


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


Birth Trauma Doesn’t Disappear Just Because You Heard ‘Healthy Baby, Healthy Mom
She lays in the hospital bed, hollow-eyed and silent, while everyone around her congratulates her on a “beautiful birth.” They mean well....
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 25


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


Your Birth, Your Choice: Understanding the Top Reasons for Induction and How to Advocate for Yourself
When it comes to birth, one thing is clear: your choices matter. As a birth doula supporting families virtually and in the Michiana...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Aug 4


The Most Overlooked Birth Tool? Your Nervous System and Michiana Doula Support
That's right! The nervous system is a tool you can use during birth. In fact, it is probably the most POWERFUL tool in your toolbox when...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 28


Hospitals V.S Home Births: What's Right For YOU-- and How A Local Birth Doula Can Support Either
Choosing where to give birth is one of the most personal decisions you’ll make during your pregnancy. For many families, the choice...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Jul 21


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


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


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


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


Understanding Cervical Checks : How a Doula Can Support You
Nearing the last trimester of pregnancy, you might begin to hear about cervical checks or exams. For many people, these seem like a...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Mar 3


A Michiana Home Birth Doula's Essential Guide to a Confident Homebirth
Choosing to have a Michiana home birth can be one of the most empowering decisions you make as a parent. The comfort of familiar...
Eva Monhaut-Jenkins
Feb 24
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