This Resource Guide will be revised regularly to provide you with the most up to date information. If you notice any missing links or would like to add something to the list, please comment below. In-Person Support Groups -New Mother’s Support Group at Memorial North Hospital Tuesdays from 9:30am - 10:30 am, FREE and[…]
Just about any conversations you have with a new parent will, at some point, involve the words. “I haven’t had a shower in __ days!” Before you have children, simple things like when to shower, seem trivial and automatic. Really, other than planning to take stuff with you for after a workout at the gym,[…]
Everyone loves having family and friends to help after bringing a new baby home. It’s such a special time, of course all your loved ones want to meet and hold that new baby. But what about the groceries, laundry, dishes, and older siblings? Life still needs to be managed, schedules still need to be maintained.[…]
Colorado Mountain Doulas commitment to supporting GROWING FAMILIES in Colorado Springs goes far beyond the “typical” mainstream, nuclear family. We hold a special place in our hearts for those whose families don’t come about in the traditional way. Supporting families through FERTILITY, ADOPTION, SURROGACY, and LOSS is of primary importance to our business model and the[…]
In 2002 I began helping families in their birthing year. They were mostly friends and family, mostly in other states and mostly planning 2nd, 3rd and even 5th babies. I LOVED it. Unfortunately I did not have the support system needed to begin what I knew would be my career as a doula. I continued[…]
Today was a day that will forever go down in history as a step forward for human rights. Today is a day that our friends, family and clients will look back on and remember where they were and when they saw the news. (Most will probably say Facebook) Today our news feeds were FILLED with[…]
Trying to figure out what to do with older children can be difficult. There many ways we can help. 1. Your family members want to see the baby born. Grandparents can feel conflicted, wanting to help you out by watching the grandchildren, but also wanting to be with you during this momentous occasion. A Sibling Doula can[…]