Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)
Bio
Childbirth Eductator since 2011
Building a resource for mothers-to-be to feel informed and confident about their choices
You can find me on Facebook or book classes with me
Stories (45/0)
Dad's Role in Labour - Part 2
All stages It's important for the mum to be to stay in her own comfy range of movement. She should only use a squat if if feels safe and comfy, for example. If anything feels "off", support her to try something else! Be guided at all times by her wishes and needs.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)4 days ago in Men
Dad's Role During Birth - Part 1
What you can do to support your partner during labour and birth Note: Pretty much all this information is applicable for any birth partner, but I've written it with dads in mind. You will still find a lot of it helpful if you're another mother, or a grandparent, or a friend.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)14 days ago in Men
Digestion in Pregnancy
First, I want to reiterate that pregnancy is evidence of health not disease! That said, it does take a toll on your body. One of the ways this can manifest, is with digestive problems. These are common in pregnancy. They can include:
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)28 days ago in Viva
- Top Story - March 2024
Horror and HopeTop Story - March 2024
I am late entering this challenge, because I thought long and hard which woman has inspired me the most. I chose this person because I genuinely believe she deserves recognition for her outstanding skills and character in the face of adversity: Stanislawa Leszczyńska. She was a Polish midwife who was incarcerated in Auschwitz in 1943. She attended many births during that time. 3,000 babies were born under her care.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)about a month ago in Viva
Without Her, I Am Lost
In the beginning, it was dark and snug. I liked it, I think. I had nothing to compare it to. All there was, was Her. Her footsteps were my cradle, the rhythm and rush of her blood my lullaby. I knew the scent and hot silk of her as my own Self. She surrounded me, protected me, defined me. Poured herself into me to grow me from nearly nothing. Cell by cell. Inch by inch.
By Sam The Doula (Blooming Miracle)3 months ago in Fiction
- Top Story - December 2023
