Natural childbirth

I've been having a nice run of natural childbirth patients lately --- and I'm LOVING IT!

One shift, I had two women, each having their first baby, both who went natural for their labor and birth. Super sweet!

Another shift, I had two multip moms who each went super fast - no drugs!

I had a mom who literally had no pain until the very, very end of birth. Really awesome to be a witness to a rare birth like that.

What a powerful experience, and such a blessing to be present at so many births.

And not to forget - God Bless Doulas!!!

International Doula Month

How would you like to take a chance to win some amazing, gorgeous, very feminine-inspired jewelry? Nicole over at Bellies and Babies has posted some info about this jewelry giveaway at her blog. It's all in the spirit of celebrating Doulas during International Doula Month.

(I didn't even know there was an International Doula Month!)

Go on over and check it out!!

Personally, I think the breast and belly pendant is gorgeous. But then again, I have a *thing* for pregnant bellies.

To the doula

Dear Doula:

I hated having to tell you that you couldn't come back to the OR or to the recovery room with the woman you have been supporting all day in her labor. You do realize that I have rules I have to follow?

Screw the rules.

The woman who hired you as her labor support deserves better than what I can give her. She deserves you.

I may not have been able to sneak you into the OR, but I sure as heck can sneak you into the recovery room.

You're an awesome doula. I hope I see you again soon!

Sincerely,
AtYourCervix