Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum Resources

Helpful articles and guides for your Pregnancy, Birth and Postpartum journey.

Fear and Anxiety of Giving Birth: Do I Need to get rid of These Feelings?

Let's normalize and befriend it.

Fear and Anxiety of Giving Birth: Do I Need to get rid of These Feelings?

Embracing fear as a natural response to the unknown can transform anxiety into confidence. Equip yourself with knowledge, create positive affirmations, build a supportive birth team, seek out uplifting stories, and practice self-compassion. This approach helps counterbalance fear, empowering you to make informed decisions during labor and transition into parenthood with greater assurance.
You're Pregnant! Getting to know this changing version of yourself.
Vulnerability & Growth in Pregnancy

You're Pregnant! Getting to know this changing version of yourself.

Congratulations! You're pregnant! Embrace vulnerability, trust yourself, and be kind during this transformative journey. Experience emotions, share your story, and surround yourself with supportive connections, allowing personal growth as you prepare to welcome the new life growing within you.

What is a doula?
The Adventure Begins

What is a doula?

Doulas provide emotional and informational support, empowering parents during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. They offer unbiased assistance, personalized doula care, and evidence-based resources. Having a doula can lead to shorter labor and fewer complications. Postpartum doulas help with newborn care and household tasks, ensuring a smoother transition into parenthood.

Why Choose a Doula Collective
Building Connections and Support

Why Choose a Doula Collective

At Seattle Birth Doulas, we create a nurturing community for doulas to collaborate, seek advice, and process experiences, allowing them to focus on providing exceptional support to clients. Our doulas receive professional development and guidance from seasoned mentors, ensuring confidence and quality in our services

Midwives vs. Doulas: What is the difference?
Doula and a Midwife?

Midwives vs. Doulas: What is the difference?

Exploring maternal care, focusing on midwives and doulas. While midwives are medically trained professionals who assist throughout pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, doulas offer emotional, physical, and informational support without medical intervention. Consider your unique needs and preferences to create the best support system for your pregnancy experience.

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