Parenting Through Divorce

This is a bit of a departure from my usual pregnancy/birth/parenting blog, but it is no less relevant to the parenting experience. Ten years ago if you would have asked …

Reiki Demystified

I am often asked, “So what exactly is Reiki?”  As a practitioner of Reiki, I have been privileged to witness the many awesome benefits of Reiki first hand.  I have …

I Guess I’ll Just Have to Wing It

Recently, I was contacted by a woman who was having some issues with anxiety about her pregnancy.  After speaking with her about her unsuccessful search for a doula in her area, …

The Birthing Room Rookie Chronicles, Vol. I: The Power of Empowerment

“Everyone out, I have to check her….” Almost 10 years ago, I found myself in a labor and delivery room with Salsa music blasting in the background while six of my …