Blissful Birthing has been offering overnight postpartum support for six years now. It is, by far, our most commonly requested service. Let’s face it – who here doesn’t like to …
Why We Don’t Use Back up Doulas
As you likely know, labor and delivery are unpredictable. Nobody can tell you when labor will start or how long it will last. Our clients, for both birth and postpartum …
Tips for Choosing a Birth Doula in Putnam County NY
Choosing a Birth Doula in Putnam County NY If you’re reading this blog, you’re likely either pregnant or preparing to become pregnant. Meaning one of the biggest days of your …
Choosing a Birth Doula in Greenwich CT
Choosing a Birth Doula in Greenwich CT The day you bring your child into the world ranks as one of the most memorable days of your life. An important factor …
Choosing a Birth Doula in Dutchess County NY
The birth of your child is one of the most important days in your life. Having a supportive birth team is an important factor in having a positive birth experience. …
Finding a Birth Doula in Westchester NY
Perhaps the most critical factor in having a positive birth experience is finding a supportive birth team. Some members of this team you are able to choose and others you …
Is a Weighed Feed Helpful for Breastfeeding Success?
Best practices for breastfeeding ‘success’ are constantly evolving as more information becomes available. For example, it used to be common to advise new moms to nurse their baby for 20 …
Choosing a Cord Blood Bank in New York’s Hudson Valley
It is important that all parents make an educated decision on banking their baby’s cord blood. Parents can google “cord blood” and be on the internet for hours. My hope …
Prenatal Birth Planning Session: What to Expect
The only thing predictable about giving birth is that it is unpredictable. You may be okay with the unknown or it may scare you; both feelings are common. Just because …
Please Do Not Call Me a “Baby Nurse”
We often see on Facebook requests asking for a “baby nurse”. This term can have different meanings to different posters. Are they looking for help after their baby is born? …