July 12, 2024

Community, Local OC Resources, Our Favorites, Pregnancy

Lauren Foster, Co-Owner

Our Favorite Spots For a Pre-Baby Date Night in ...

As your due date nears, the reality of impending parenthood can be both exciting and overwhelming. You may be getting nervous or have anxiety around when you’ll go into labor. You may be stressing about getting the nursery ready or finalizing details for your maternity leave. That’s why planning and enjoying a big night out can provide a special opportunity to unwind, connect, and relish your partner’s company before your baby’s arrival takes center stage. I always encourage clients to schedule a “no holds barred” date night around 37 or 38 weeks - it’s a chance to take a deep breath, enjoy some quality time together, and remind yourselves why you’re a great team. Orange County offers an array of high-end, memorable spots to make this final pre-baby date night one for the books.

December 1, 2023

Birth Plan, Doulas, Motherhood, Newborns, Postpartum

Lauren Foster, Co-Owner

The Magical Golden Hour

In the quiet hush of the labor & delivery room, where the air is charged with anticipation and the scent of earthiness and birthyness, a new chapter in your life unfolds. The rhythmic cadence of your breath is mirrored by the gentle whispers of your doula, a reassuring presence in this oh so sacred moment. The culmination of nine months… maybe more, leads to this: the first hour with your newborn.

May 3, 2023

Decision Making, Pregnancy, Parenting, Newborns, Our Favorites

Lauren Foster, Co-Owner

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.

February 11, 2022

Community, Doulas, Doulas of Orange County, Local OC Resources, Our Team

Lauren Foster, Co-Owner

Calling all amazing Doulas & Newborn Care ...

December 14, 2020

Birth Plan, Decision Making, Newborns, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy

National Baby Co

Early Signs That You are Pregnant with Twins ...

The First 40 Days

Chelsea Lynn Croce, Co-Owner

March 20, 2019

Motherhood, Postpartum, Postpartum Doula, Doulas of Orange County, Birth Plan

The Myth of Modern Day Motherhood

Chelsea Lynn Croce, Co-Owner

March 20, 2019

Motherhood, Postpartum, Postpartum Doula, Doulas of Orange County, Birth Plan

Doulas of Orange County has a simple mission; to walk alongside of parents with steadfast support during the most monumental, exhausting, transformative and joyful experience of their lives; welcoming a baby to the world. The fertility journey, the pregnancy, the birth and bringing a newborn home are intense and surreal.