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Bellies to Babies Blog


Is the Perfect Birth Story Overrated? Embracing the Imperfect Journey with Confidence
Childbirth is arguably one of life's most unpredictable experiences. Each journey into parenthood comes with its own set of surprises and...

Melissa Cowl
Aug 114 min read


Exploring Postpartum Practices Around the World: A Cultural Comparison
The postpartum period is a critical time for mothers and their newborns, and many cultures around the world have unique traditions & rules.

Melissa Cowl
Dec 16, 20244 min read


How to Navigate Thanksgiving with a Newborn: Tips and Tricks for New Parents
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. But if you have a newborn in the house, it can also be a time of stress.

Melissa Cowl
Oct 1, 20243 min read


Is It Time to Stop Googling and Start Talking?
With the advent of technology, there is a wealth of information available at our fingertips through the use of apps and search engines.

Melissa Cowl
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Postpartum Birth Processing
A professional doula can assist you in processing any emotions or trauma you may be experiencing related to your birth.

Melissa Cowl
Apr 23, 20241 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
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‘I Wonder What That Hairy Cheerio Tastes Like?’ [And Other Thoughts I Assume My Curious Toddler Has]
What goes on in the brain of a toddler? Doula Taylor is on the front lines of living with toddlers and has some interesting musings to share

Taylor Fleming
Mar 1, 20193 min read


Recognizing When You’re Touched Out and Learning How to Fix it
I recently read an article about feeling 'touched out' and it seriously resonated with me. Learning what being 'touched out'

Taylor Fleming
Dec 21, 20184 min read


5 Tips to Make the Holiday Season Less Stressful!
Although the holidays are filled with joy and happiness they can also be very stressful and quite frankly exhausting. Especially if you’re p
Sharon Vanderlinde
Nov 22, 20182 min read


Date Night Ideas With a Newborn!
Date nights don’t always have to be glamorous or expensive, it’s about spending time with your loved one and reconnecting on a deeper level
Sharon Vanderlinde
Nov 8, 20182 min read
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