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Bellies to Babies Blog


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


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


It's Okay
It's okay to want an epidural. It's okay to want a homebirth. It's okay to choose a scheduled cesarean. It's okay to change your mind....

Debra Bowser
Aug 13, 20181 min read


I Hated My Birth
I hated my birth. Like really hated. It just felt wrong. I felt wounded and needed to cocoon for a while, a long while.

Melissa Cowl
Aug 2, 20182 min read


Your Baby, Your Child
When a child is born, the world is altered in an instant. A new voice is heard, a new love comes into being.

Rachel Christos
Jun 27, 20181 min read


International Doula Month - a two decade perspective
There is something to be said about people who love birth and the birth process. The passion birthworkers feel,and the way we are drawn to t
Melissa Cowl
May 1, 20182 min read


The Doula Magic: Lowering Cesarean Rates
What’s likely to be the biggest influence on whether you will have a cesarean?
* Your personal wishes.
* Your choice of hospital
* Your bab

Melissa Cowl
Apr 3, 20183 min read
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