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Placenta Encapsulation Process at Wyld Garden
Placenta encapsulation has become more mainstream, with about 20% of my clients choosing to have their placenta processed. In this blog...
Mel Haley
Mar 4, 20244 min read
Why Did I Become a Doula?
When I was 6, I looked at my mom and said, "You're pregnant." She looked shocked and asked how I knew. She had just found out herself. Doula work came for me early. Fun fact: I can still usually tell when someone is pregnant, which got me into a bit of trouble in my 20s when I would blurt to people before they told me. I would just be so excited! I've come a long way since then and keep my lips zipped until people are ready to share their news. Your secret is safe with me ;)
Mel Haley
Mar 3, 20244 min read
U.S. gestational age has shortened dramatically 1990-2020
One of the best ways to gain perspective on typical pregnancy and birth practices in the US is to see what other countries are doing. We...
Mel Haley
Mar 30, 20233 min read
Birth Story with Doula Notes: M&O's Induction
M + O's birth story began with a daytime induction. We were in close communication as M had her first doses of induction medication. She...
Mel Haley
Mar 21, 20233 min read
Epidural Fears
Sometimes I work with clients who are afraid of getting an epidural. They might want the option of pain relief, but they wait until their...
Mel Haley
Mar 20, 20232 min read
Birth Story: S&J
S's labor was slow to start, with cramping and light contractions for weeks. S&J really wanted the baby to come a week before their due...
Mel Haley
Feb 9, 20232 min read
Why Physical Therapy is so Important in Pregnancy
Doulas and Physical Therapists go together like PB&J. Looking for an easier labor? You want us both on your team. Our services compliment...
Kate Uttech
Feb 2, 20235 min read
R Birth Story: Will I have my baby in the car?
Pretty much every birth support person (aka, the one who drives to the hospital) is scared to death that the baby is going to be born in...
Mel Haley
Oct 26, 20223 min read
Book Review: Raising Them, Our Adventure in Gender Creative Parenting by Kyl Myers
Book Review: Raising Them is a memoir about raising a gender creative child - meaning that the parents in this book do not disclose their...
Mel Haley
Sep 30, 20222 min read
Big News!
I have had some major changes lately. After a lot of careful consideration, I left my job coaching teachers for the past four years and I...
Mel Haley
Sep 19, 20221 min read
Don't get it twisted babes, none of the info on this blog is medical advice.
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