Doula Musings
Tea with Jodi S1: E6 w/Ruth Zielinski
·Click Here: https://sites.libsyn.com/435480/s001-e006-ruth-zielinski-the-importance-of-midwifery-care o Welcome to Ruth Zielinski, a certified nurse midwife and university of Michigan nursing professor. o About Ruth. · What are the differences between midwifery and obstetric care? 2:18 o The differences between midwifery and obstetric care. o Maternity care in the US. o Everyone should receive midwifery care, including high-risk pregnancies. o Midwife partners are vocal supporters of midwife…
The Benefits of Taking Our Infant Care Class
Preparing for the arrival of a newborn can be both exciting and overwhelming for new parents. One way to ease the anxiety and gain valuable knowledge is through our infant care classes. These classes provide expecting parents with essential skills and information, empowering them to navigate the early stages of their baby’s life with confidence…
Traveling With Your Newborn Baby
It’s that time of year again! Michigan Family Doulas has had a lot of requests from families to take our doulas along with them as they travel up north, out of the state and even out of the country! (Yes, we can go to Anguilla and Hawaii with you!!) So, I thought this blog post…
Why It’s Better to Hire Your Doula from an Agency!
Eek! Gasp!! Did she just say it’s BETTER to hire a doula from an agency? But what does ‘better’ mean? Let’s dive into what I’m talking about here…. Hiring a doula can make a significant difference in the birthing & postpartum experiences of the entire family. Doula services are becoming increasingly popular among expectant mothers.…
That Time My Baby Pooped On Me in Public…
It was a night that I’ll never forget. My family and I had gone out to dinner at a nice restaurant to celebrate my birthday. Everything was wonderful! The restaurant was not horribly packed, we didn’t have to wait to get our table, the food was incredible and my glass of wine was absolute perfection.…
When Parenting is Outdated
Wait….what? Parenting styles can be outdated? Well…..maybe. Parenting standards have changed drastically over the last few decades. From the traditional view of the father as the authority figure to the more modern, collaborative parenting style, there have been some major shifts in the way parents raise their children. However, some outdated parenting standards still remain…
The Birth Boss Podcast
In this episode I’m chatting with Jodi Graves, Owner of Michigan Family Doulas, Clinical Nutritionist, Certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist and Infant Feeding Specialist. Jodi talks about her personal journey to becoming a doula and how her own births played a big part in it, how she started out and where she…
It’s International Women’s Day….and What Has Changed?
I am having some intense feels today…it being International Women’s Day and all. Pontificating on the fact that we, as women being cared for in this country, are no further ahead than we were in 1960. And, in some areas of the US, we’re starting from scratch as far as women’s reproductive rights. Ugh! Here…
Midwifery Care vs. OB/GYN Care
Midwifery and obstetrical care are both essential components of the healthcare system, providing healthcare to mothers and infants before, during, and immediately after birth. Both midwifery and obstetrical care are rooted in the same principles of providing safe, respectful, and compassionate care to ensure the best outcomes for mothers and babies. However, there are key…
Partners Bonding with Baby
Partners bonding with their babies is one of the most beautiful moments in the life of a new family. This is an important time for both the parents and their newborn, as the relationship between the two will determine the child’s physical and emotional development for life. The best way to bond with your newborn…