*Disclaimer* We know that there are multiple ways to conceive a baby. We look forward to exploring and sharing all options in the future! So you have decided to actively start trying to conceive a baby, now what? Some people prefer to just go for it and let nature take its course. Others prefer to … [Read more…]
Today we celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. I’d like to remind us all that it isn’t just about another day off work or school. This man devoted his life to civil rights. He yearned for the day all people can be treated equally. So instead of sharing a quote (or similar), I … [Read more…]
If you’ve done any sort of research into doulas, you may have heard the terms doula and advocate used synonymously. However, I am here today to let you know that a doula does not equal an advocate. In fact, the one major difference between a doula and an advocate is that a doula will encourage … [Read more…]
It’s Tuesday and that means a new installment of my Top 10 Tuesday Series. On select Tuesdays, I will be posting new Top 10 lists on a variety of topics so stay tuned! And as always, if you have a topic you’d like to read about, feel free to leave a comment below. In no … [Read more…]
Baseball season is coming to an end and the Boston Red Sox are ending the regular season with a bang! They are currently in first place in the AL standings with a 92-64 record. Did you know birth is a lot like baseball? If you want to hit a home run during delivery, keep reading … [Read more…]
It’s Tuesday and that means a new installment of my Top 10 Tuesday Series. Today’s topic is Top 10 Tips for Finding the Right Provider. As a person who is expecting, it is incredibly important that you find a provider that will help you have a memorable birth experience. Buffalo Family Doulas wants all people … [Read more…]
On select Tuesdays, I will be posting new Top 10 lists on a variety of topics so stay tuned! Today’s topic is Top 10 Ways to Maintain Self Confidence During Pregnancy. This list was inspired by the people I meet who are struggling with their ever-changing pregnant body. Many say that during their pregnancies, they don’t … [Read more…]
Last weekend, we attended the 15th annual National Buffalo Wing Fest and it was great! Check out part 1 for a full recap. Attending local festivals is one of my favorite things to do during summer and fall! While I was at the wing fest, I saw a bunch of pregnant people enjoying themselves and … [Read more…]
This past Sunday, we had the opportunity to check out The National Buffalo Wing Festival in downtown Buffalo. It was the perfect summer day to check out local restaurants and enjoy the different wing themed events scheduled throughout the day. This year happened to be the 15th annual National Buffalo Wing Festival and the story … [Read more…]
I am so excited to announce to arrival of Buffalo Family Doulas and I would like to personally welcome you to join us on this new journey! Ever since I’ve moved to the Buffalo area (almost 6 years ago!), I have fell in love with the sense of community that this city has to offer. … [Read more…]