A Letter from Doulas of Baltimore
Greetings DOB family, You may have noticed that we have been pretty quiet over the past year. As doulas and entrepreneurs we are well-versed in being flexible and living in the moment, while always keeping an eye on planning for the future. All of that still did not quite prepare us for living through a […]
Childbirth Classes Your Partner Will Love
We’re talking to you, the one who is pregnant. You are having a ton of new sensations. Your mind doesn’t let you forget that you are pregnant for even a little bit, because, wow, you’re growing a human! Eating seems to have a whole new set of rules. Sleeping is turning into a disaster, and […]
Birth Plan: Getting on the Same Page
Your birth plan is more than just a piece of paper. Imagine yourself getting ready for your wedding. You’re inviting 200 people. You’ll want a caterer, a DJ, a florist. There’s attire to purchase and
5 Tips for Newborn Car Seat Safety and Comfort
You’ve taken all the birth and baby classes, baby-proofed your home, purchased a car seat with excellent reviews and bought a family friendly vehicle with the highest safety ratings available. You’re ready for baby, right? Well, almost… Even the safest vehicle and highest rated car seat need to be used properly every time to ensure […]
Latent Labor: The Labor Phase You’ve Never Heard Of
The phase of birth you’ve never heard of: Latent Labor The first stage of labor is divided into two phases: the latent phase and the active phase. In the latent phase, contractions become progressively more coordinated and the cervix dilates to 4 cm (approximately 1.5 inches) Sounds straightforward enough, right? The truth is, latent labor […]
