This an all-natural, old-world electrolyte drink can help revitalize a laboring woman through the labor, giving her the energy she needs to make it through birth.

My friend and colleague, Dr. Sam from The Educated Pelvis is hosting a couple of free community gatherings that I’m excited to share with you.

Natural processes like pregnancy and birth are dependant upon a woman’s ability to trust in her inner knowing. This wisdom leads women to support and trust the process rather than work against it. In this way, nature is allowed to take its course.

It’s time to reimagine how we support those who bring life into the world—and give them the dignity and care they deserve every step of the way.

Time and time again, I see birth treated as a medical emergency, something inherently dangerous, or even an unpredictable crisis waiting to happen. Yet, this could not be further from the truth of what birth really is: a natural, physiological event that has happened since the dawn of time.

When it comes to labor and childbirth, many people assume they must follow hospital protocols without question. However, not all procedures are necessary or mandatory for every birth, and you have the right to make informed choices about your care.

Pushing during childbirth is an essential part of the birth process, but it doesn't have to be overwhelming. Knowing your options and listening to your body can make the experience smoother and more empowering.

The pushing stage is when you help move your baby down the birth canal and out into the world. Whether it’s your first birth or not, understanding how pushing works can help you feel more prepared and confident.

When we understand that “we give birth how we live,” we realize that our birth experiences are shaped long before labor begins. The choices we make in life—whether physical, emotional, or relational—are all connected to how we give birth.

Birth is often viewed as a singular, extraordinary event, separated from the everyday. The way we approach life—our values, beliefs, habits, and responses to stress—echo in our birth experiences.

Every birthing person deserves support, guidance, and comfort throughout the process of bringing a new human into the world. In my role as a labor doula, I have the honor of providing all of that (and lots more) and this work never gets old.

Childbirth can also be a source of anxiety and fear for many expectant parents. Understanding the fear-tension-pain cycle and learning how to break it can empower people to have a more positive, potentially less painful birthing experience.

I can’t stress this point enough: When I tell you I’m ALL about birth, I reaaaaaaally mean it!

One of the first questions that expectant parents face is whether or not to share their due date with others. While it might seem like a straightforward choice, there are several factors to consider before making this decision.

The beauty of birth photography lies not just in the images themselves but in the powerful stories they tell.

Julie’s first-time birth story is an all too common one laced with trauma, fear, regret and to say the very least, a less-than-ideal experience. In the years since her child’s birth, she’s worked through her emotions related to how things went and has had two other birth stories that have been redemptive in some way.

Rebecca experienced three cesarean births 45+ years ago. There are lots of things about cesareans that have changed since then and yet, still many things that could stand some evolving.

Planned or unplanned, a cesarean birth can cause confusion and anxiety for many people. Working with a doula to help you prepare for what to expect and know what options you have can help lead you to an empowered birth.

Mandy shares her story of two unplanned cesareans. The first one was for ‘failure to progress’. The second was a planned home birth, that ended in a hospital transfer and cesarean delivery.

This account of cesarean birth is from the beautiful Tiffany Williams, founder of Modern Blended Life.

What I found interesting about her stories is that she couldn’t recall that anyone had ever asked her questions like these about her experiences.