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Pain Management Techniques for Home Birth
When you choose a home birth, you are opting for a deeply personal experience, where you can control your environment and decide how to...
Kat Allen
5 days ago4 min read


Going Home from the NICU: How to Prepare for This Transition
Leaving the NICU is a day every NICU parent dreams about. It’s the light at the end of a long, exhausting tunnel—the moment you finally...
Kat Allen
Jun 214 min read


Making Memory Jars: Collecting Moments from Baby’s First Year
As parents, we know how quickly the days slip by, especially during the whirlwind of your baby’s first year. The early moments are filled...
Kat Allen
Jun 163 min read


The History of Cannabis in Women’s Health and Childbirth
A plant that’s been with us long before the stigma. Cannabis has a long, rich history woven into women’s health and birthing traditions...
Kat Allen
Jun 127 min read


What a Postpartum Doula Can Do for You and Your Family
A postpartum doula brings so much more than just an extra pair of hands. They’re a source of understanding, comfort, and guidance,...
Kat Allen
Jun 122 min read


Exploring Postpartum Belly Binding
The postpartum period is one of profound change. Your body has gone through a tremendous transformation, and now, as you begin the...
Kat Allen
Jun 94 min read


Returning to Intimacy After Birth: Navigating the Postpartum Journey with Your Partner
Intimacy After Birth: A Gentle Guide to Reconnecting with Your Partner The postpartum journey is full of changes—physical, emotional, and...
Kat Allen
Jun 75 min read


The Science of Fetal Development: What’s Happening Week by Week
Pregnancy is a miracle unfolding inside you—a quiet, incredible story of growth that happens week by week. As a doula who supports...
Kat Allen
Jun 54 min read


Sibling Involvement in Home Birth: How to Prepare Young Ones
Welcoming a new baby is a significant event for the whole family, and involving older siblings in a home birth can be a beautiful way to...
Kat Allen
Jun 24 min read


Exploring the Strength of Vulnerability in Parenthood
Parenthood is a raw, breathtaking ride—one that asks you to be strong, yes, but also to let yourself crack open. As a doula who supports...
Kat Allen
May 303 min read


How to Create a Sibling Role in Baby’s First Weeks
The arrival of a new baby turns your home into a whirlwind of love and chaos, and for older siblings, it’s a big, exciting shift—new...
Kat Allen
May 273 min read


Cannabis for Postpartum
Cannabis for Postpartum The postpartum period is a time of profound transformation. It’s a time of deep love, but also one filled with...
Kat Allen
May 257 min read


HG and Relationships: Navigating the Strain Together
Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) is a storm that impacts every corner of life, including your relationships. When one partner is battling...
Kat Allen
May 213 min read


Lessons from Supporting My First Birth
As a new doula, I spent months dreaming about what it would be like to support my first birth. I’d read the books, taken the trainings,...
Kat Allen
May 185 min read


Partners and Postpartum Mental Health: How to Support Each Other
The postpartum period is a time of huge change, not only for the person giving birth but also for their partner. Amid the joy and...
Kat Allen
May 165 min read


How I Support Sibling Involvement in Birth
Welcoming a new baby isn’t just a big moment for parents—it’s a huge transition for the siblings too. I’ve witnessed how powerful it can...
Kat Allen
May 134 min read


The Science of Cannabis and Hormonal Changes in Pregnancy
Pregnancy transforms everything—your body, your brain, your hormones, your sense of self. And if you’re someone who has used cannabis...
Kat Allen
May 132 min read


Your Rights During Labor and Delivery
Navigating labor and delivery is a transformative experience, and knowing your rights can help you feel more confident and supported. As...
Kat Allen
May 103 min read


The Doula’s Role in Educating Families About Cannabis
When someone hires a doula, they’re looking for more than just support during labor. They’re looking for a guide. A witness. A grounded,...
Kat Allen
May 82 min read


What Birth Support Really Looks Like (Spoiler: It’s Not Just Breathing Techniques)
When people think of birth support, they usually picture someone leading deep breaths or repeating affirmations while the lights are low...
Kat Allen
May 34 min read
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