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Bellies to Babies Blog


How to Overcome Birth Anxiety and Embrace the Journey
Birth Doulas offer expert support throughout your pregnancy and childbirth journey. Their calming presence, extensive knowledge, and...

Melissa Cowl
Mar 11, 20241 min read


Birthing in Barrie - Fall 2022
Families requesting in-hospital birth support continue to jump through big, shiny hoops in the city of Barrie.

Melissa Cowl
Sep 16, 20222 min read


Midwife vs. Doula
We've had a large number of inquiries over this Pandemic asking us about Doula care vs Midwifery care, with many assuming that they...

Debra Bowser
May 26, 20212 min read


Just "Relax"
The last time someone told you to "relax," did it work? Or did you have the urge to throat punch them? Release or Relax. Contractions...

Debra Bowser
Mar 16, 20211 min read


Birthing in a Pandemic, 1 Year Later
Let me just say this: I'm angry. Almost one year ago, I sent email, letters and created social media posts surrounding the care and...

Melissa Cowl
Feb 5, 20213 min read


Shout or Whisper?
Whether you believe it or not, say positive affirmations and repeat them. There is great power in words and thoughts.

Debra Bowser
Jan 30, 20191 min read


Resolutions Without Action
"A Goal Without a Plan is Just a Wish." This is a popular and wise January quote that we see each year as people think about their goals...

Debra Bowser
Jan 11, 20191 min read


A Parent's Resolution
The new year is approaching. Some of us think ahead to resolutions, or promises we want to keep for ourselves.

Debra Bowser
Dec 31, 20181 min read


Top 5 Essential Oils to Have On Hand
There are many essential oils out there but you never know which ones are best to choose and they can often be super expensive to buy.

Pamela Pagnotta
Oct 11, 20182 min read


If Doulas Were a Drug
The vast amount of research over the last two decades continues to outline the tremendous, and varied, benefits of doula support for parents

Debra Bowser
Sep 14, 20181 min read
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