What to Expect at Your Postpartum Visit | Erie PA Doula

January 11, 2020 Chrissy Dougan

the postpartum visit

Your birth doula team will check in with you 1-2 times in person after you have your baby to make sure you are adjusting well, and to answer any questions you may have. You can expect this visit to be much less formal than your prenatal visit. We follow your lead as far as what you want to talk about and what needs you may have. You can expect this informal meeting to last 1-2 hours.

What to Expect at Your Prenatal Visit | Erie, PA Doula

January 11, 2020 Chrissy Dougan

Congratulations on your baby due to arrive soon! You’ve hired a birth doula team to support you through your pregnancy, labor, and birth. Support matters, and having a doula team to support you is one way to make sure you feel comfortable and confident going into your birth experience. Let’s explore what you and your partner can expect during this meeting.

the prenatal visit

Dinner Is Served! Meet Personal Chef, Lisa Heidelberg | Erie, PA

April 23, 2019 Chrissy Dougan

Chef Lisa can cater to a wide variety of dietary needs from gluten-free to dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and more!

We are so excited to share with you our interview with Chef Lisa of Dinner is Served by Lisa and Courthouse Cafe by Lisa! She serves up flavor packed soulful cuisine with a vibrant new flair! Read on to learn more about her catering services.

7 Ways Doulas Can Help You Have a Better Birth | Erie PA Doula

March 29, 2019 Chrissy Dougan

Doulas are increasing in popularity in our area… so, what’s the big deal? Doulas (birth coaches) have been around since the beginning of time, but the term was first used in 1969.

Inspired by World Doula Week, allow me share with you the ways a doula can help you have a better labor and delivery.

Twin Parents Share How They Make It Work: Part Three | Erie, PA Parenting | Erie, PA Twins

February 23, 2019 Chrissy Dougan

(Amy’s Tips)

So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.

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(Laura’s Tips)

So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.

Twin Parents Share How They Make It Work: Part One | Erie, PA Parenting | Erie, PA Twins

January 13, 2019 Chrissy Dougan

Gage and Matthew, twins born in Erie, PA

(Sarah’s Tips)

So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.

Stranger Danger | Keep Your Family Safe | Erie PA

December 6, 2017 Christine Dougan

Trigger Warning: Human & Sex Trafficking, Assault, Stalking

Safety First

If you've been on Facebook in recent weeks, its hard to ignore the numerous of accounts by women and families being followed or approached while shopping in the Erie area.

the postpartum visit

the prenatal visit

We are so excited to share with you our interview with Chef Lisa of Dinner is Served by Lisa and Courthouse Cafe by Lisa! She serves up flavor packed soulful cuisine with a vibrant new flair! Read on to learn more about her catering services.

Doulas are increasing in popularity in our area… so, what’s the big deal? Doulas (birth coaches) have been around since the beginning of time, but the term was first used in 1969.

Inspired by World Doula Week, allow me share with you the ways a doula can help you have a better labor and delivery.

(Amy’s Tips)So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.

(Laura’s Tips)

So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.

(Sarah’s Tips)

So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.

Safety First

If you've been on Facebook in recent weeks, its hard to ignore the numerous of accounts by women and families being followed or approached while shopping in the Erie area.

Click here to read more on how to stay safe and protect yourself and your family.

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(Amy’s Tips)

So you just found out you’re pregnant with twins. Now what? Hearing the news that you are pregnant with two babies is bound to stir up a variety of emotions. Just as in any parenting experience, there will be periods of intense joy mixed with periods of great challenge.