Today is my fifteenth wedding anniversary. Fifteen years of sharing the highs, the lows, the excitement and the everyday boredom. That’s a lot of time to be around anyone. Most of us were pretty well done with our parents and their shenanigans after 15 years. Am I right? Think back to 15 years ago. Who… Continue Reading Real Relationships Are Not About True Love
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,… Continue Reading Live in Postpartum Care in Colorado
In honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month this October, I wanted to take a moment and discuss those families who have suffered through the loss of their child. You likely know someone who has lost a child (or maybe you, yourself, have), and you might be wondering what you can do to honor… Continue Reading Where Do I Go From Here? Pregnancy and Infant Loss Resources in Colorado Springs
When you envision a doula at your side, what do you think of it? Perhaps you think of a friendly person tenderly massaging your feet during your labor. Or, you may picture your doula giving you advice while you are laboring in a hospital bed. As labor doulas, we certainly do some of these things… Continue Reading 3 Unexpected Benefits of Having a Doula By Your Side
The day is almost here! You’ve been planning and preparing for months on end. You’ve checked and re-checked your lists, talked endlessly to your friends and family about the big day and dreamed about every detail from start to finish. Is your budget in order? This special day will never be here again. I mean,… Continue Reading Planning For Your Special Day-Budgeting 101