Importance of a Doula

Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jul 1, 2014
2 min

How to Choose a Doula

So 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 child to be a positiv...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Dec 11, 2012
8 min

Writing a Birth Story

Birth stories are common to find online these days, usually written by a Mom who has recently had a baby and wants to share her experience with the world. I...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Nov 5, 2012
2 min

What I Learned From the Rebozo Workshop

Last Friday I attended a workshop in Cypress by doula and birth advocate Gena Kirby, about the many uses of rebozos during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. S...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jul 27, 2012
3 min

Why 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 who choose to have an ...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jul 6, 2012
2 min

The Day I Became DONA-Certified

It’s official! I am Stephanie Neunuebel, CD(DONA)! I have experienced a whirlwind of emotions over the past two weeks. Last week I received an email from a ...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jun 25, 2012
2 min

The Benefits of Childbirth Preparation Classes

Every 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 thinking about but voices...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Mar 22, 2012
3 min

Why I Became A Doula

This 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 yet to meet a doula th...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Feb 4, 2012
1 min

What I Learned at the Spinning Babies Workshop

Yesterday I attended an all-day workshop hosted by Gail Tully of Spinning Babies. It was an amazing opportunity for me to learn about these techniques from ...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jan 9, 2012
3 min

To 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 and paperwork comple...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Dec 6, 2011
2 min

Writing a “Birth Preference” Sheet

Many women talk about having a “birth plan” to share with their care providers before and during labor. It’s a good idea to start thinking about a “plan” we...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Sep 21, 2011
2 min

A 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 I thought it would!...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jul 21, 2011
2 min

Doulas 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” mom and dad on their s...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Jun 6, 2011
2 min

The Doula Book- My Thoughts

As 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 says it all! The Doula ...

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Blissful Beginnings Doula

Apr 21, 2011
1 min

5 Doula Myths

I came across this article today entitled 5 Doula Myths Debunked. (This blog, Peaceful Parenting, is one of my favorites!) The author is of course a doula,...

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