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Glory Births #1 (Doula Diaries #1)
Glory Births: When God’s Presence Fills the Birth Space Birth is sacred. It is raw, powerful, and transformative. But when faith is woven...
Angela Jenks
Feb 133 min read
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Welcome to Doula Diaries! (Welcome)
Welcome to Doula Diaries, a heartfelt glimpse into the journey of birth, faith, and support through the eyes of The Inspired Doula....
Angela Jenks
Feb 121 min read
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5 Powerful Ways a Doula Transforms Your Birth Experience
Learn more about doula support at www.inspiredoulaservices.com At Inspire Doula Services , we believe every birth is a sacred journey,...
Angela Jenks
Jan 213 min read
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Breastfeeding After Cesarean: Challenges and Solutions
Breastfeeding After Cesarean- reach out to www.inspiredoulaservices.com for more information Cesarean sections (C-sections) can create...
Angela Jenks
Jan 172 min read
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Understanding the Postpartum Period: Navigating PPD and PPA
Postpartum Depression (PPD)  is a mood disorder that affects approximately 1 in 7 women  (14%) during the postpartum period. The...
Angela Jenks
Jan 163 min read
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Redeeming Birth: Finding Joy, Hope, Healing, and Empowerment After a Difficult Birth Experience
Redeeming Birth Workshop For many, the birth of a child is expected to be a joyful and empowering moment. But for some, the experience...
Angela Jenks
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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A little story about doula support...
Julia had always dreamed of becoming a mother, but when she discovered she was pregnant, the reality of childbirth seemed overwhelming....
Angela Jenks
Nov 14, 20243 min read
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Are you looking for a doula?
Obviously, if you are googling doula then either you have had one or are looking for one. Doulas care for families before, during, and...
Angela Jenks
Aug 23, 20243 min read
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The Elephant in the Room - Postpartum Depression in the Post-Covid World
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious condition that affects many women after giving birth. The rates of PPD in the United States have...
Angela Jenks
Aug 23, 20242 min read
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Top 10 Benefits of Hiring a Doula for Your Birth
Hiring a doula is a decision that can have a profound impact on your birth experience. From emotional support to advocacy, doulas offer a...
Angela Jenks
Aug 23, 20244 min read
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Support for Feeding Your Newborn
Breastfeeding, Formula Feeding, and Supported Feeding Options for Newborns Welcoming a newborn into your family is an exciting and...
Angela Jenks
Jul 24, 20243 min read
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How to Pick a Care Provider for Your Birth
Yes, choosing a care provider during pregnancy can indeed have a significant impact on your labor outcome and overall birth experience....
Angela Jenks
Nov 3, 20232 min read
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Questions to ASK when hiring a doula
When hiring a doula, finding someone who aligns with your birth preferences and provides the support you need during the pregnancy,...
Angela Jenks
Sep 27, 20232 min read
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Get Shake'n - Movement in Labor
Get shaken! Get up! Get down! Do the wiggles and the jiggles! Movement can help promote a more comfortable and effective labor...
Angela Jenks
Jun 8, 20232 min read
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Why I became a Body Ready Method Professional!
Why I became a Body Ready Method Professional! As a mom of 4 (3 teens and one preteen) with a rapidly growing doula business, I did not...
Angela Jenks
Feb 8, 20232 min read
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Music Therapy in Labor – A Doula’s Perspective
By now you have all seen the videos of laboring patients dancing in labor to upbeat music. If you haven’t grabbed a bowl of your favorite...
Angela Jenks
Jan 18, 20232 min read
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After Baby - Postpartum Depression for Women and Men
Now that your precious baby is here… How are you feeling? Emotional, exhausted, overwhelmed, and yet, so in love? Are you struggling?...
Angela Jenks
Mar 26, 20182 min read
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Bringing home a new baby; when your family of 3 becomes 4 or more!
What did you do when you had a newborn and a toddler? Ha-ha! I didn’t sleep much and my food was usually cold. My first baby was amazing...
Angela Jenks
Feb 26, 20183 min read
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5-1-1 of Labor
One of the most frequent questions we receive as doulas, "HOW DO WE KNOW WHEN TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL?" Really this is a topic to be...
Angela Jenks
Dec 4, 20171 min read
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Support Matters
I remember a time when I felt all alone. 7 months pregnant with 3 others under 5 years old. I was trapped. At 29 weeks, I went to a...
Angela Jenks
Nov 7, 20172 min read
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