Your intuition is a guiding force that will help you, especially when baby’s fussy, and you’re not quite sure what’s going on. During developmental milestones, it’s easy to second-guess yourself as a new mom. It’s learning to pause momentarily, so you can check in with your body and thoughts and listen to the quiet and wise voice that knows you and your baby so well. When you take care of yourself, and trust yourself, you’ll be the best mama for your baby. 

Sitting on the couch, with your newborn is what serves you both best in the early days postpartum. It’s a time to bond and heal. While baby adjusts to the outside world, you can support your recovery as you begin to close the diastasis recti and strengthen your lower back.

With 20% of moms experiencing anxiety during pregnancy, it’s important to take steps to reduce stress and anxiety as soon as you find out you’re pregnant. Mindfulness, meditation and breathing practices are simple and powerful. Learn how to spend a few minutes each day, learning how to stay calm and centered as you move through pregnancy and prepare for birth, postpartum and motherhood. 

If you’ve ever wondered why trying something new feels scary, it’s because your brain likes what feels familiar. That’s why resistance often shows up. . Use my Checklist to assess your physical, mental and emotional states so you can discover safety and freedom as you move through big transitions.

Early motherhood can be overwhelming. Discover how deep breathing, mindfulness and bonding with baby can lower your risk of postpartum anxiety and depression. Learn how to build your circle of support and ask for help.

Did you know 33% of women develop symptoms for anxiety and depression during pregnancy? Pregnancy is the time to put healthy practices into place as you prepare for motherhood. Prioritize sleep, nutrition and exercise because the way you treat yourself during pregnancy and in the early days of postpartum matters - for yourself and your family. 

Every nurturing act of love sets the foundation for your child’s secure attachment. While there’s little glamour to the late-night feedings and diaper changes, doesn’t it make sense that you’re kind and loving towards yourself too? Many new moms set unrealistic expectations for themselves. Get the support you deserve. No one can do it alone.

When I think of the word “delivery,” I picture packages showing up at my door from Amazon, or the occasional flower bouquet. In business, goods and services are “delivered” in exchange for money. So why are we using this same word to describe a sacred, transformative experience like birth?

Transitions are difficult, even when change, like welcoming a baby home, is desired and excitedly anticipated. In the early days of motherhood, baby’s primary needs are a priority. So is mama’s self-care. With limited time and space, integrating simple practices into your daily routine is can make all the difference.  

Women in the U.S. have been led to believe we can’t birth without medical interventions. As a doula, I’ve seen a spectrum of choices. Whether or not you choose medical interventions, ensure your positive birth experience. Get the right information practices and preparation to stand and birth in your power.

If language creates reality, ask yourself, “What language am I using?” Is it empowering or disempowering? Common maternity phrases often skew and undermine shape how a woman views her authority, agency and ability to advocate for herself during pregnancy, labor and birth and early motherhood. Learn to choose empowering language.

Learning to effectively and unapologetically use your voice during pregnancy is key, for labor and birth and for raising children. if you’ve ever felt like your throat is blocked, safe practices, like vocal toning, can help you find freedom.

Optimize your pregnancy with a spiritual investment.

Learn how to minimize stress during pregnancy to reduce the risk of negative health conditions for your child.

Understanding the physiology of birth can free a woman from fear. When she understands how brilliant Mother Nature truly is, she can trust and let go.

Healthy nutrition during the early postpartum period is essential. Learn how foods from the Ayurvedic tradition help with t c-section recovery, breastfeeding and more.

When you understand the distinction between oxytocin and pitocin, and discuss it with your doctor, you can make informed choices during during labor.

Pregnancy, a sacred time of change, is an opportunity to prepare physically, mentally, emotionally and energetically for birth and motherhood. It’s a time to honor the sacred power of individual and collective feminine energy.  By harnessing this power, discover how you can be the confident, calm and grounded mom you want to be.