A Doula’s Guide to Early Labor for a Pregnant Person
“Help! I’m in early labor! What should I do?”
As doulas, we get this question ALL the time! And luckily, we have plenty of ideas that we share with our clients for how to spend this time.
Our goals during early labor are to 1) settle your mind, and 2) utilize this early labor time to prepare for later stages of labor. Here’s how we suggest to do that:
What to Know about the First Latch: Breastfeeding 101
The first latch with your newborn can feel foreign and awkward. It’s usually the very first time you have a tiny human ferociously vying for one of the most sensitive parts of your body.
Why You Should Write Your Birth Plan/ Preferences When Preparing for Birth
Many birth preparation checklists have a line about writing a “birth plan” to bring with you to the hospital, birth center, or wherever you plan on giving birth. But how do you write such a document?
We’ve guided many clients through this process, but before we talk about the “how,” we need to discuss the “why.”