Mala is the sanskrit word for garland. It is typically 108 beads, in addition to the guru bead and is used as a meditation tool while chanting, reciting or silently repeating a mantra. They help the wearer focus their minds. When not used for meditation, they can help wearers carry a sense of peace, calm, […]
Birth Doula
The Doula Interview
The Doula Interview Thinking of hiring a doula for your birth? You will not regret this decision! Hiring a doula will provide you with another birth team member that is exclusively there for you and your partner. Doulas help with emotional and physical support during labor, assist with techniques that can make labor shorter […]
How Do I Pay For Doula Services?
How to Pay for a Doula By Emily Manelius As a birth doula and postpartum doula, a question I hear all too often is: How will I afford a doula and why is it so expensive? First and foremost, doula care is incredibly personal for both the client and the doula. We are giving our […]
Mother’s Blessing (Blessingway)
A Mother Blessing Ceremony By Amy Meilen, PT, CD(DONA) You, like most of us, have probably gone to or been the guest of honor at a traditional baby shower. They range in style and meaning for everyone, from the giving and receiving of baby-necessities, gag gifts, cake, baby-centered games (often eye-rolling), and the occasional opportunity to […]
Anna’s Henna-SarahKate Butterworth
When Anna came to me for henna to celebrate her first pregnancy, she was already a week past due. Her sister was visiting her and together they sat in my painting studio and laughed and laughed through each baby movement and told me the long story of her pregnancy, which was fascinating! She wanted full […]