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Breech Home Birth: A Controversial Choice
Choosing a breech home birth is a decision that requires careful thought, trust in your body, and the right support system. It’s not a...
Kat Allen
Aug 13, 20254 min read


Safe Cannabis Use During Pregnancy: Myths and Facts
Pregnancy is full of questions—and when cannabis is part of your life, those questions can feel especially loaded. There's stigma....
Kat Allen
Aug 13, 20252 min read


The Role of Nutrition in Supporting a Healthy Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a wild, beautiful ride—a time when your body becomes a home for new life, and every choice feels like it carries extra...
Kat Allen
Aug 10, 20254 min read


How to Choose a Prenatal Yoga Class That Fits Your Needs
Pregnancy is a season of transformation—your body, your mind, and your family all shifting to welcome new life. As a doula who supports...
Kat Allen
Aug 8, 20254 min read


Understanding the Science Behind Cannabis and Reproductive Health
Cannabis affects the body through the endocannabinoid system (ECS), a complex network that regulates physiological processes including...
Kat Allen
Aug 8, 20254 min read


How to Advocate for Yourself as a Cannabis-Using Parent
Let’s be real—being a parent already comes with enough judgment, pressure, and unsolicited advice. Add cannabis into the mix, and...
Kat Allen
Aug 8, 20253 min read


Managing Prenatal Stress: Techniques for a Calmer Mind
Pregnancy is a wild, beautiful stretch of time—full of anticipation, change, and sometimes, a hefty dose of stress. As a doula who...
Kat Allen
Aug 5, 20254 min read


What It Means to Be a Cannabis-Informed Doula
When I tell people I’m a cannabis-informed doula, I often get a mix of curiosity, support, and sometimes hesitation. It’s not a label I...
Kat Allen
Aug 3, 20252 min read


How to Plan a Postpartum Reflection Ritual
The postpartum days are a tender, swirling mix of exhaustion and wonder—a time when life feels both brand new and impossibly full. As a...
Kat Allen
Aug 3, 20253 min read


How to Create a Birth Day Playlist for Every Mood
Understood! I’ll adjust moving forward and only include the "Key Questions to Ask Your Support Team" section when you specifically...
Kat Allen
Jul 31, 20253 min read


Creating a Postpartum Care Package for Yourself
Postpartum is a raw, beautiful stretch—a time when you’re meeting your baby, yourself, and your family in new ways. As a doula who...
Kat Allen
Jul 29, 20253 min read


HG Warriors: Surviving Hyperemesis Gravidarum
When I was pregnant with Meadow, I faced one of the hardest battles of my life—Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). It wasn’t just “morning...
Kat Allen
Jul 25, 20253 min read


Planning a Sibling Meet-and-Greet With Baby
Welcoming a new baby is a tender, joyful leap—not just for you, but for the little ones already in your crew, eager to meet their newest...
Kat Allen
Jul 21, 20253 min read


The Ethics of Cannabis Use in Doula Work
When I first started offering cannabis-informed doula support, I had a lot of questions—not just from clients, but from other...
Kat Allen
Jul 21, 20253 min read


Writing Your Postpartum Cannabis Journey: Tips for New Parents
The postpartum period is a time of profound change, both physically and emotionally. As a new parent, it can be challenging to navigate...
Kat Allen
Jul 21, 20254 min read


The Joy of Making Handmade Gifts for Your Newborn
There’s something magical about welcoming a newborn—a tiny soul who flips your world upside down with love. As a doula who supports...
Kat Allen
Jul 18, 20253 min read


VBAC: Empowering Families to Reclaim Their Birth Stories
Choosing a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) is a deeply personal decision, often filled with both hope and uncertainty. For many...
Kat Allen
Jul 16, 20253 min read


The Role of a Sibling Doula: Helping Big Siblings Adjust
Bringing a new baby into the family is such a beautiful, life-changing moment, but it’s not just the parents whose lives shift—it's also...
Kat Allen
Jul 13, 20253 min read


Managing Postpartum Anxiety: Recognizing the Signs and Finding Support
The postpartum period is often pictured as a time filled with tender, loving moments with your newborn, but for many, it also brings a...
Kat Allen
Jul 10, 20254 min read


Establishing a Postpartum Plan: Ensuring You Have the Support You Need
The weeks after your baby arrives—often called the "fourth trimester"—are just as profound as pregnancy and birth. While pregnancy often...
Kat Allen
Jul 10, 20254 min read
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