As a midwife, I am often asked what exactly it is that I do? Although the percentage is rising, only 10% of births in the United States are attended by midwives, so it’s not unusual to find myself explaining my profession. The term “midwife” is...
Austin Expecting is looking for your personal stories of pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood. We are calling on those of you who dare to share!...
A review of the documentary 'Why not Home?' which tells the stories of medical professionals who have chosen to deliver their children at home....
I asked myself this same question when I was pregnant the first time. I had BOTH my husband AND my doula with me, so I figured I’d be covered in the picture department! Unfortunately, I have only two photos from my son’s birth day....
This is one we hear swirling around a lot, actually. It is a bit of a common misconception that doulas aren’t necessary if you’ve got a supportive partner on board. We totally get it! It can seem like another support person is either (a) going...