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!

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.

Julie Miller, creator of the amazing blog What Should We Do Today? Columbus, OH is my neighbor and my friend. She has two sons who were both born via cesarean and today, she’s sharing her experiences with us.

There are SO many questions related to pregnancy, labor, and birth. Each question is an opportunity to make proactive choices for yourself and baby. Using the BRAINS decision-making tool can help you navigate pregnancy and birth decisions.

Throughout the journey of pregnancy and childbirth, there are many opportunities to cultivate a positive mindset and embrace the transformative experience you’re currently in as well as the transformation ahead. Among the various tools available to expectant parents, birth affirmations are one of my favorite go-to’s because they can nurture confidence, strength, and resilience throughout labor and delivery.

For many birthing people, the prospect of labor can be daunting, filled with uncertainties and discomforts. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of utilizing abdominal lifts, counter pressure, TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) units, and squats to enhance comfort during labor.