Baby's First Bath |Northwest PA Doulas | Newborn Care | Postpartum Doulas |

January 30, 2017 Chrissy Dougan

Bathing a baby should be easy. I mean, you've bathed yourself thousands of times, so giving your baby a bath shouldn't be too difficult. The reality is, it's normal to be anxious about bathing your tiny, new baby.

National Bath Safety Month: Bath Time Tips | Northwest PA Doulas | Newborn Care | Postpartum Doulas |

January 30, 2017 Chrissy Dougan

Did you know, January is National Bath Safety Month? It only takes a moment for a carefree bath full of bubbles and giggles to turn into something dangerous. It's chilling to think about, but a small child can drown in less than an inch of water. Here are some tips to make sure your little one is kept safe during bath time.

The Downsides of Facebook Mom Groups | Erie PA Doulas, Childbirth Education & Placenta Encapsulation

January 12, 2017 Christine Dougan

Let me start by saying;

Facebook mom groups are important.

They provide support, sometimes instantly, to moms in need of advice, tips or a person to vent to. For many moms, these online groups are the only way they talk to other adults during their days. They give you people to talk to, debate with and solidify the choices you've made as a parent.

But if you're in them, you already know. There are downsides.

Ways to Deal with Postpartum Depression & Postpartum Anxiety | Erie PA & Meadville PA's Only Doula Agency

December 28, 2016 Christine Dougan

Postpartum Depression and

Postpartum Anxiety.

Not many want to talk about it. As doulas, we see it often. As moms, many of us have experienced it ourselves.

Since we're not afraid to talk with our clients and audience about hard things, here are some helpful tips on...

Ways to Deal with Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Anxiety

Guest Blog: The Most Important Question To Ask Your Placenta Encapsulator | Northwest PA Placenta Encapsulation

December 17, 2016 Lacey Park

Your placenta is irreplaceable.

You only get one chance to have it transported, stored, and prepared properly so obviously, you want to trust it to a true professional.

Due to the unregulated nature of our business, caution is import on the part of the consumer. As a dual trained, ProDoula Certified Postpartum Placenta Specialist, I am committed to being a part of the change that raises industry standards and protects new parents and babies when they seek placenta encapsulation services.

Fun Things to Do With Your Winter Baby in Erie PA | Northwest PA Doulas

December 12, 2016 Chrissy Dougan

"Even though your initial thought might be that it’s hard to go places with a small baby, it can actually be easier when they are little! Before they can crawl or walk (they quickly learn how fun it is to watch you chase after them), they enjoy being close to you and tend to sleep a lot. They might like being pushed in a stroller or worn in a carrier. After you get some practice leaving the house with baby, you will gain confidence and figure out what works best. "

Your Best Postpartum | Northwest PA's Only Postpartum Placenta Specialists

November 22, 2016 Christine Dougan

Imagine this:

You come home from the hospital and of course, even though you are utterly exhausted, your baby stayed up most of the night.

But- a glimmer of hope! Your birth doula (and postpartum placenta specialist) pulls in your driveway and is here to encapsulate your placenta.

Since you're almost ready for a feeding, she sets up and then joins you on the couch to help you navigate the trickiness of breastfeeding a newborn. She answers your questions and gives you tons of support.