When a first birth doesn’t go as planned and a mother feels hurt, lost and afraid, she turns to her doula, Anneliese, for mentoring and support. Through her compassion and attentiveness, Anneliese lights this mother’s path so her fears are dissolved and she can move forward with grace and confidence to her upcoming birth with […]
An Interview with New Mom, Samantha
Your name: Samantha Partner’s name: James Baby’s birthdate: 8/5/2013 1. What is the best part of being a mom? I feel an overwhelming sense of love and fulfillment, and an unspoken bond with my son. Being a mom has made me work even harder to be the best version of myself possible. 2.Give us the cliff’s […]
Birth is a Human Rights issue.
Last night, we screened Freedom for Birth. We had a nice turn out and good discussion afterwards. It got me thinking (no big surprise there). Birth is a Human Rights issue. So why is it that women are often treated as if they are incompetent to make their own decisions regarding their own bodies and […]
Postpartum Depression Presentation by Brittany Edge, MA on September 28
Friday, September 28 7:00 – 8:30 pm Free Here, at the Center. Organized and Facilitated by Heart and Hands Doula Services, which has been providing support to Pgh area women before, during and after birth since 1995. Hosted by Shining Light Prenatal Education. Brittany Edge, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Area Coordinator for Postpartum Support International […]
Myth: Childbirth is the Worst Pain, EVER!
Dad (to me): “So, how painful will childbirth be for her?” Before I can answer, Mom blurts out, “It’s the worst pain of your life!” This is one of the most common myths about childbirth. When we talk about pain, we need to put it into context. “Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.” Me: “Well, […]