Its Not Just Taking a Bubble Bath | Self Care | Northwest PA Parenting

April 24, 2017 Christine Dougan

Self care.

We're hearing about it everywhere... and we think its pretty important.

Pregnancy, birth, postpartum, parenting. These time periods can produce the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. It can be so easy to be so wrapped up in family during this stage. But;

You are important.

6 Things Your Doula Wants You To Know | Erie PA & Meadville PA Doulas | Northwest PA Doulas

March 23, 2017 Christine Dougan

Ever wonder what's on your doula's mind? Here's your answer!

Guest Blog: Momassage Owner, Danielle Almendinger | Prenatal Massage | Northwest PA Doulas

February 4, 2017 Chrissy Dougan

Have you ever thought about getting a prenatal massage? We sat down with Danielle Almendinger, Licensed Massage Therapist and owner of Momassage, and she answered all our burning questions!

It Doesn't Always Go As Planned | Erie PA Parenting | Erie PA Birth & Postpartum Doulas

January 19, 2017 Christine Dougan

Before I was a mom, one thing I always said was:

My kids will never go to daycare.

But guess where they are this morning? For the second day in a row? Daycare.

I'm Scared to Give Birth! | Erie Birth Doula | Meadville Birth Doula | Childbirth Education

January 18, 2017 Chrissy Dougan

It's common to have reservations about labor and delivery. It’s only natural to fear new situations where the unexpected could happen. With education, support, and encouragement, fears can be replaced with empowerment and confidence in your body and the process.

Guest Blog: Why Choose Private Childbirth Education? | Meadville PA & Erie PA Childbirth Education Classes | NWPA Doulas

January 6, 2017 Shea Blunier

Why Choose Private Childbirth Education?

When I was pregnant 4 years ago I didn’t realize there were any options outside of hospital or online classes for the type of birth I wanted. Not wanting a natural birth felt like it eliminated all of the independent instructors and courses. So I read as much as I could, I took a 4-hour class at the hospital with my husband and walked away feeling what I thought was prepared. This was all they were telling me I needed so it must be enough, right?

Erie Moms!

August 24, 2016 Christine Dougan

Are you pregnant and already have a kiddo?

We won't waste your time with a full childbirth education class, if you don't want it.

Northwest PA Doulas offers quick refresher childbirth education courses that are tailored to fit what you want to learn about. Our Erie PA Doulas and Childbirth Educators give you the best, insider information from our local hospitals. We provide childbirth education that isn't boring and is actually useful to you and your partner.

We offer private, in home classes or group classes, whatever you choose.

Sign up today!

Call us at (814) 315-2525 or email at nwpadoulas@gmail.com to get started.

Erie, PA! Get Ready!

August 13, 2016 Christine Dougan

Are you pregnant in Erie PA?

Are you looking for a childbirth education class that is privately tailored to info you actually want to know, taught by an insider on the birth culture in our area? Are you planning a medicated or unmedicated birth?

GOOD NEWS

We've got a class coming your way. Look to sign up for our first Childbirth Education class in Erie PA in late September/Early October. We plan to offer our comprehensive classes monthly.