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Hydrotherapy in Labor: Can Water Make Birth Less Painful?

A birthing person sits in a birth pool.

Imagine sinking into warm water as intense contractions peak, like a warm and comforting hug. Many birthing individuals are curious about Hydrotherapy in labor for their birthing experience. Hydrotherapy (or the use of water in a therapeutic manner) is as simple as using a tub of water for immersion or a shower for pain relief. […]

Early Labor | What Should I Do?

A pregnant person sits on a yoga ball during early labor as a comfort and distraction technique.

Early labor can often leave us with the question of, “When do I head to the hospital?”. Clever reminders like “511” remind us that contractions should be 5 minutes apart and 1 minute long for 1 full hour before you head in. As doulas, we are huge advocates for distraction through early labor. Often, when […]