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Baby’s Here, Now What?

You took the most comprehensive childbirth class in Kankakee County.  You had a doula by your side supporting you and your partner through a long labor.  You even had your placenta encapsulated in your home.  […]


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Baby’s Here, Now What?

You took the most comprehensive childbirth class in Kankakee County.  You had a doula by your side supporting you and your partner through a long labor.  You even had your placenta encapsulated in your home.  […]

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A Doula Poem

There once was a doula from Kankakee Who dreamt of helping new mothers get sleep! She would do some laundry and dishes, And hold baby whenever the mother wishes. Perhaps a little meal prep would […]


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A Doula Poem

There once was a doula from Kankakee Who dreamt of helping new mothers get sleep! She would do some laundry and dishes, And hold baby whenever the mother wishes. Perhaps a little meal prep would […]

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Why Can’t You Just Be Happy?

Recently, someone I am close to found out their girlfriend was expecting.  They have been together for 3 years, are in their early 20’s, and own a home together.  He proposed and she said yes!  […]


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Why Can’t You Just Be Happy?

Recently, someone I am close to found out their girlfriend was expecting.  They have been together for 3 years, are in their early 20’s, and own a home together.  He proposed and she said yes!  […]

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You Don’t Need A Doula

I see the same conversation over and over in my birthy groups and all over the internet… Pregnant woman: I want an all-natural birth and have no idea where to start!  I am delivering at […]


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You Don’t Need A Doula

I see the same conversation over and over in my birthy groups and all over the internet… Pregnant woman: I want an all-natural birth and have no idea where to start!  I am delivering at […]

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My Weight Loss Journey (So Far)

Like many I have struggled with my weight for as long as I can remember.  I never thought I was fat as a kid…until others told me I was. When a “well-meaning” aunt mentioned she […]


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My Weight Loss Journey (So Far)

Like many I have struggled with my weight for as long as I can remember.  I never thought I was fat as a kid…until others told me I was. When a “well-meaning” aunt mentioned she […]

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