Entries by Emily Pelton

2023: A Year of Growth & Teamwork

This year was one of tremendous growth for Baltimore families and the DOB family alike! Our Doulas of Baltimore Team Our small but mighty team of 5 who weathered the first years of the covid pandemic together, expanded to a team of 10 in 2022. This year our team has grown again – we now […]

Doula Support & Childbirth Education Are Like Cookies & Milk

Some things in life are made better when they’re together. Milk and cookies. Peanut butter and jelly. Macaroni and cheese. Doula support and childbirth education. All solid choices independently but the combination of the two is unmatched. Maybe you haven’t heard of that last one, but I promise you, it’s just as cohesive of a […]

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2022 Year in Review

Welcome to our Year in Review! 2022 marked a return to more familiar circumstances for many families. While we continue to practice infection reduction measures like masking, routine testing, increased air circulation, and the like, we at DOB are incredibly grateful to have been able to provide support to Baltimore families relatively uninterrupted during this last […]

Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkins, Hayrides, and more!

Cozy sweaters, warm drinks in hand, fall is upon us! Whether you’re expecting your first, have your hands full with preschoolers, or your kids can now pick (and carry!) their own pumpkins, a farm visit is a great fall activity! Here are some local favorites for fall farm fun: Clark’s Elioak Farm 10500 Clarksville Pike […]

Nausea Beyond the First Trimester

Nausea in the first trimester is pretty common. From strangers at the store to your family members, you’ll often hear, “Are you having morning sickness?” A misnomer, many pregnant people are shocked to find that their “morning sickness” hits at lunch time or persists into the evening. Accompanying every interaction is likely to be a […]