More and more companies are offering their employees comprehensive birth and postpartum coverage with Carrot Fertility Benefits. We commonly have families inquiring with Doulas of Orange County asking about finding a doula that is approved and meets the requirements for Carrot. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about hiring a doula with your Carrot fertility benefits.
Preparing for a Home Birth in Orange County: A Step-by-Step Guide
Choosing to give birth at home is a deeply personal and empowering decision for many expectant parents. It offers a unique opportunity to welcome your child into the world in a familiar, comfortable, and intimate setting. However, planning a home birth requires intentional preparation in mind, body, and spirit, plus good organization to ensure a safe and positive experience. As a fellow homebirth mama, I've put together a step-by-step guide to help you prepare for your own home birth experience.
Nurturing the Mother-Baby Dyad With a Holistic 4th Trimester
The postpartum period, often referred to as the "4th trimester," is a time of profound transformation and adjustment for both mother and baby. At Doulas of Orange County, we believe in the power of holistic care during this sacred phase, incorporating time-honored modalities that promote healing, restoration, and bonding.
A Doula's Eco Friendly Baby Registr
When I was selecting items for my baby registry, it was really important to me to not go overboard. As a doula of 14 years, I’ve seen families get overwhelmed with the amount of stuff in their homes and nurseries and I knew I wanted to keep things on the simpler side. I also wanted to be mindful of the impact on not only the environment, but also my baby’s microbiome - which meant finding a lot of eco-friendly products to keep waste down and keep our home as “low tox” as possible. Here you’ll find some of my favorite sustainable and most useful items that I registered for.
Is it too early to hire a doula?
A a veteran doula I get a lot of questions each day about hiring a birth or postpartum doula or other newborn care support. One of the most common questions is “When should I hire someone?”
My answer: YESTERDAY.
I know by telling you that you should have hired someone yesterday, that it sounds like it’s too late, but really it’s likely not, so DO NOT PANIC. I simply say “yesterday” to stress the urgency of hiring someone as soon as possible.