Let’s talk about the induction of labor. As you get closer to your due date, your body begins to prepare for labor and delivery,...

As hormones return to the prepregnancy levels and new moms experience interrupted sleep cycles and physical changes to their bodies, many...

Another mystery of pregnancy is why some women deliver later than others. While most women deliver between 37 and 42 weeks of pregnancy,...

Once you have delivered your baby, your attention shifts to primarily getting to know and taking care of your newborn. But, you will need...

The Prolactin Hormone: Putting the “lact”-tation in Pregnancy We’ve talked about various hormones associated with pregnancy, including...

As you contemplate returning to work, it can be a bit overwhelming to consider the coming mental, physical, emotional and logistical...

First, the bad news . . . due to the weight of your growing baby and changes in your hormones, hemorrhoids are normal during pregnancy....

You probably know someone whose baby slept through the night at 6 weeks, whose toddler potty trained herself at 18 months, whose...

Before we talk specifically about pushing during labor. Let’s talk about you: BIRTH IS ABOUT YOU. At Tennessee Family Doulas, we believe...

7 Things You Need to Know About Newborns and the Sun Summer is almost here! Here are 7 important things you need to know about your...

Happy 9th Anniversary to Tennessee Family Doulas!! Tennessee Family Doulas is turning 9! In honor of this amazing milestone, here are 8...

The Group B strep test is given to women in the 3rd trimester in preparation for delivery. Group B strep is a bacterial infection that...

10 Must-Have Board Books for Babies Do you remember a favorite book from childhood? The one you wanted to hear over and over again? What...

It is Time? Braxton Hicks Contractions Named for Dr. John Braxton Hicks, Braxton Hicks contractions are mild contractions felt during the...

Breastfeeding Q & A Maybe you have heard this statement—or something like it, “Breastfeeding is natural, but it isn’t always easy.” Many...

Signs of Preeclampsia Preeclampsia is a serious condition that can affect women anytime between 20 weeks of pregnancy and giving birth....

7 Things You Need to Know About Postpartum Hair Loss “Um, when did I get bangs?” I asked myself this question about 10 months after my...

What’s in Your Birth Plan? You’ve visited the doctor, met with the midwife, and probably started researching all aspects of labor,...

A postpartum doula can be a tremendous help to the entire family after your baby is born, especially at night. Here are 7 ways a doula...

After giving birth, you can expect vaginal, postpartum bleeding. This is normal and part of the healing process. This discharge, called...