My Postpartum Doulahttps://www.mypostpartumdoula.comA Bowl of Khichdi: Digestion, Warmth and Postpartum Recovery2026-02-09 10:07:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/khichdi-postpartum-recipeA postpartum-focused recipe series, written from a doula perspective, exploring why certain meals support recovery, digestion, and the transition into motherhood.The Unexpected Doula of Middle-earth2025-10-21 09:29:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/the-unexpected-doula-of-middle-earthWhere gentle care meets quiet strength, postpartum doula support inspired by the steady heart of Samwise Gamgee. Postpartum doula support rooted in compassion, continuity, and calm: guiding new parents through early parenthood with steady, Samwise-like care.The Fourth Trimester: What to Expect and How to Prepare2025-10-08 11:43:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/the-fourth-trimester-what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepareDiscover what to expect during the fourth trimester (the first 12 weeks after birth), and learn practical ways to prepare for postpartum recovery, newborn care, and emotional wellbeing. Expert tips from a certified postpartum doula, including slow postpartum guidance and nourishing meal ideas.Embrace a 'Slow Postpartum'2024-06-14 16:17:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/embrace-a-slow-postpartumWhat is Slow Postpartum and why you should embrace it!The Brewer's Diet for pregnancy2023-03-06 13:14:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/the-brewer-s-diet-for-pregnancyThe Brewer's diet was designed by Dr Brewer in the 1980's. It is known for being a hight calorie pregnancy diet and is seen as controversial.Collagen for the early Postpartum2022-06-08 12:47:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/collagen-for-the-early-postpartumPhysiology of the human body during normal pregnancy and in the early postpartum and the role of nutrition in the postpartum recovery2022-04-07 21:06:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/physiology-of-the-human-body-during-normal-pregnancy-and-in-the-early-postpartum-and-the-role-of-nutrition-in-the-postpartum-recoveryThis is an essay I wrote for my Nutrition for Doula course in March 2022.How to have a positive and empowering childbirth experience, no matter the circumstances.2021-01-16 14:29:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/how-to-have-a-positive-and-empowering-childbirth-experience-no-matter-the-circumstancesSimple ways to give yourself a positive birth experience.The case for Birth Companions: why having a chosen and trusted birth partner continuously during labour matters.2020-09-24 16:24:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/the-case-for-birth-companions-why-having-a-chosen-and-trusted-birth-partner-continuously-during-labour-mattersWhy continuous support of your choice during labour mattersAffirmations: What are they, and how to use them.2020-06-20 19:54:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/affirmations-what-are-they-and-how-to-use-themAffirmations can be powerful when used wisely. find out how!10 reasons why you may want to hire a Virtual Doula2020-05-14 14:44:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/10-reasons-why-you-may-want-to-hire-a-virtual-doulaYour Doula, for either birth, the postpartum period or both is your ally, your guide and your reliable source of information. By hiring a Virtual Doula, you will secure what you need whilst protecting your personal space. 1. Doulas know how to access information. 2. Doulas are good at researching and sieve through information. 3. Doulas offer non-judgmental emotional support. 4. Not everyone wants the physical presence of their Doula. 5. "On-Call support", literally. 6. Compassion and connection, no matter the distance.Tops Tips from a Postpartum Doula adapted to the current Health Crises.2020-03-24 14:14:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/tops-tips-from-a-postpartum-doula-adapted-to-the-current-health-crisesOur lives have been swept by a unique and strange situation. Bringing a new life under these conditions may feel stressful and complicated.My Postpartum Doula journey: from feeling lost as a new mum to being a DONA International Certified Postpartum Doula2020-03-06 09:58:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/my-postpartum-doula-journey-from-feeling-lost-as-a-new-mum-to-being-a-dona-international-certified-postpartum-doulaWould you like to find out more about the process of becoming a Postpartum Doula?I love Cooking! Don't you?2020-02-19 11:30:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/i-love-cooking-don-t-youCooking and Nutrition are one of my interests, hobbies or maybe even passion!The value of early postpartum support2020-01-17 11:30:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/the-value-of-early-postpartum-supportA reflection on the value support in the early days home with a newborn may bring a familyThe many (sometimes unexpected) ways your Postpartum Doula can support you!2019-11-30 11:30:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/the-many-sometimes-unexpected-ways-your-postpartum-doula-can-support-youThere are many different ways to support a family on their way to add a new member, let's find out how!Postpartum Recovery: Looking after the New Born Mother.2019-07-14 15:40:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/postpartum-recovery-looking-after-the-new-born-motherHave you heard of the 4th Trimester? This is a time to slow down and look after the New Mother you are becoming!Self Efficacy and Motherhood2019-03-10 15:40:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/self-efficacy-and-motherhoodBecoming a parent is a learning experience. How do we learn?16 Reasons to Hire a Postpartum Doula2018-10-17 15:45:00https://www.mypostpartumdoula.com/blog-1/16-reasons-to-hire-a-postpartum-doulaCan you think of other reason why you would hire a Postpartum Doula? Tell me in the comments section!