Blissful Beginnings DoulaJul 1, 20142 minHow to Choose a DoulaSo you’ve heard about doulas and learned what we do and don’t do. You’ve done some reading and realize that you want the birth of your...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaDec 11, 20128 minWriting a Birth StoryBirth stories are common to find online these days, usually written by a Mom who has recently had a baby and wants to share her...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaNov 5, 20122 minWhat I Learned From the Rebozo WorkshopLast Friday I attended a workshop in Cypress by doula and birth advocate Gena Kirby, about the many uses of rebozos during pregnancy,...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaJul 27, 20123 minWhy Should A Mom Planning an Epidural Hire a Doula?There are many Mothers out there who say they have no desire to have a natural, med-free childbirth, and I admire their honesty! Moms...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaJul 6, 20122 minThe Day I Became DONA-CertifiedIt’s official! I am Stephanie Neunuebel, CD(DONA)! I have experienced a whirlwind of emotions over the past two weeks. Last week I...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaJun 25, 20122 minThe Benefits of Childbirth Preparation ClassesEvery time I meet with a new client, I ask if she’s taken or plans to take a childbirth preparation course. Usually she says she’s...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaMar 22, 20123 minWhy I Became A DoulaThis week, starting today, is World Doula Week! I feel so blessed to be part of a profession where we all truly love our work- I have...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaFeb 4, 20121 minWhat I Learned at the Spinning Babies WorkshopYesterday I attended an all-day workshop hosted by Gail Tully of Spinning Babies. It was an amazing opportunity for me to learn about...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaJan 9, 20123 minTo Certify or Not to Certify?It’s hard for me to believe that in March I will be approaching the one-year mark of my training! I thought for sure I’d have my births...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaDec 6, 20112 minWriting a “Birth Preference” SheetMany women talk about having a “birth plan” to share with their care providers before and during labor. It’s a good idea to start...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaSep 21, 20112 minA New Direction: What Do You Want To See?I apologize, I’ve been neglectful of my blog! I think this happens at some point for all bloggers, but sadly my time has come sooner than...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaJul 21, 20112 minDoulas Serve Dads Too!A common question doulas receive isn’t from mothers, it’s from the dads! Most fathers are concerned that a doula might “come between”...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaJun 6, 20112 minThe Doula Book- My ThoughtsAs part of my training for DONA, I’m required to read several books on their lists. One book is called The Doula Book, and the title...
Blissful Beginnings DoulaApr 21, 20111 min5 Doula MythsI came across this article today entitled 5 Doula Myths Debunked. (This blog, Peaceful Parenting, is one of my favorites!) The author...
