What A Doula Does and Doesn't Do

What the Research Says #1: Evidence-Based Look at Cord Clamping

The first episode in my new series "What the Research Says", where I am diving into the EVIDENCE from reputable studies about the routine things done in hospitals so you can create your birth plan with confidence! This episode is all about DELAYED CORD CLAMPING, and the evidence of the pros and cons of delayed cord clamping. In this episode we talk about: - The different times you can wait to clamp the cord, from 15 second to an hour. - The benefits of waiting to clamp the cord. - The risks of delayed cord clamping. - and more! I hope this episode is helpful for you in making informed decisions for your birth plan. DM on my instagram @lovelynurtured if you have any questions! Interested in booking me as your birth doula? Check out my website! [www.lovelynurtured.com/website] Sources: * World Health Organization. (2012). Delayed umbilical cord clamping for improved maternal and infant health and nutrition outcomes. Retrieved from https://iris.who.int/bitstream/handle/10665/148793/9789241508209_eng.pdf * American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (2020). Delayed umbilical cord clamping after birth. Committee Opinion No. 814. Retrieved from https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2020/12/delayed-umbilical-cord-clamping-after-birth * McDonald, S. J., Middleton, P., Dowswell, T., & Morris, P. S. (2013). Effect of timing of umbilical cord clamping and other strategies to influence placental transfusion at preterm birth on maternal and infant outcomes. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (8), CD003248. https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD003248.pub4 * Andersson, O., Hellström-Westas, L., Andersson, D., Domellöf, M., & Lagercrantz, H. (2014). Effects of delayed versus early umbilical cord clamping on neonatal outcomes and iron status at 4 months: A randomized controlled trial. BMJ, 343, d7157. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.d7157 * Katheria, A. C., Truong, G., Cousins, L., Pichler, G., & Finer, N. (2017). Neonatal Resuscitation with an Intact Cord: A Randomized Clinical Trial. The Journal of Pediatrics, 188, 26–32.e3. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpeds.2017.05.045

What A Doula Does and Doesn't Do

Have you wondered why you would need a doula for your hospital birth? Or what is the difference between a doula to a midwife? In this episode, we talk about... - What are the main roles of a doula? - When would you hire a doula vs a midwife - What scope of practice for doulas ... and more! Don't miss out on this episode! Want to book me as your doula? Check out my website [https://lovelynurtured.com/website] or DM on my Instagram, @lovelynurtured !

Creating Your Birth Plan With Confidence

In today's episode, we are talking all things BIRTH PLANS! I think birth plans are a helpful tool you can use to become educated on your birth options. We go over: - Do you really need a birth plan? - How detailed should your birth plan be? - Who should you share your birth plan with? - What should you do if your provider disagrees with your birth plan? ... and more! This is a podcast episode you don't want to miss! Interested in working with me? I offer preconception coaching and birth and postpartum doula support. DM me on my Instagram @lovelynurtured to set up a free call to ask me questions about any of my services. Thanks for listening!

The Hormones of Labor & How to Work With Them to Have an Incredible Birth

This episode is one of my favorites yet! 🔥🔥🔥 This is a MUST-listen for currently pregnant moms or soon-to-be pregnant moms, as this information will be invaluable for your birth! In this episode, we go over... - What are the top 4 hormones of labor - How to optimize these hormones so they HELP you give birth - Actionable steps you can take with real-life examples from the births I have attended Have questions or want to book me as your doula? Find me over on my instagram @lovelynurtured. Check out my website HERE! [https://lovelynurtured.com/website#home]

Birth Is Not The Finish Line

Birth is not the finish line; it is the STARTING LINE! In this episode, we go through common questions that you can have for POSTPARTUM, including: - How long does postpartum actually last? - Will I ever feel like myself again? - What should I eat postpartum to heal and feel good? - Why is breastfeeding so hard, and is it okay if I don’t love it? ...And so much more! I’m incredibly passionate about postpartum care and making a plan for after baby arrives, because birth is the sprint, but postpartum is the marathon. Want to book me as your doula for birth or postpartum? Reach out to me on Instagram at @lovelynurtured or visit my website HERE. [https://lovelynurtured.com/website]