Blog Posts — Wichita Doula

We Don't Kiss Beetles (and other crazy things that have come out of parents' mouths)

We Don't Kiss Beetles (and other crazy things that have come out of parents' mouths)

Kids say the darndest things.

Babies, ParentingSara SkilesAugust 24, 2015parenting, kids say the darndest things, wichita doulaComment

I'm Having a C-section - Why Would I Want a Doula?

I'm Having a C-section - Why Would I Want a Doula?

Do you still need a doula if you are having a planned cesarean? Find out.

Birth, Birth Plan, DoulasSara SkilesAugust 17, 2015doulas who support cesareans, doulas who attend c-sections in wichita, cesarean birth, wichita doulasComment

9 Things You Must Have at Your Ultimate Breastfeeding Station

9 Things You Must Have at Your Ultimate Breastfeeding Station

Learn how to set up the perfect breastfeeding nook for when baby arrives.

Babies, Birth Plan, Breastfeeding, PostpartumSara SkilesAugust 15, 2015breastfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, bambooies, preparing to breastfeed, wichita doulaComment

::Book Review:: Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method, by Marie F. Mongan

::Book Review:: Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method, by Marie F. Mongan

Our review of "Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method" by Marie F. Mongan.

Book ReviewsSara SkilesAugust 13, 2015hypnobirthing, hypnobabies, hypnosis for birth, hypnobabies review, marie monganComment

Why Would You Take Your Baby to the Chiropractor?

Why Would You Take Your Baby to the Chiropractor?

What can a chiropractor do for your baby? Find out.

Babies, Parenting, Postpartum, Pregnancy, WichitaSara SkilesAugust 2, 2015chiropractor in wichita, infant chiropractor in wichita, pediatric chiropractor in wichita, prenatal chiropractor in wichita, webster technique in wichita, wichita doula Comment

"Trial of Labor" Film Screening in Wichita, KS

"Trial of Labor" Film Screening in Wichita, KS

Our recap of the "Trial of Labor" film screening in Wichita, KS.

Uncategorized, Events, WichitaSara SkilesJuly 24, 2015trial of labor, film screening in wichita, vbac, doula who attends vbacs in wichitaComment

It's Rebozo Time in Wichita!

It's Rebozo Time in Wichita!

Our recap of Gena Kirby's rebozo workshop for doulas.

Uncategorized, Doulas, Events, Pregnancy, WichitaSara SkilesJuly 21, 2015adiscipit, rebozo, gena kirby, rebozo certified doula in wichita ksComment

::Book Review:: No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame by Janet Lansbury

::Book Review:: No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame by Janet Lansbury

Our review of "No Bad Kids: Toddler Parenting Without Shame" by Janet Lansbury.

Uncategorized, Book Reviews, ParentingSara SkilesJune 27, 2015adiscipit, book review, peaceful parenting, gentle parenting, janet lansbury no bad kidsComment

Stuff I Wasn't Going to Do When I Had Kids

Stuff I Wasn't Going to Do When I Had Kids

About all that stuff I swore I was never going to do when I had kids of my own? Yeah...

Uncategorized, Babies, ParentingSara SkilesJune 24, 2015adiscipit, kids say the darndest things, kids, momlife, parentingComment

::Book Review:: Born to Deliver by Kathy Brace

::Book Review:: Born to Deliver by Kathy Brace

Our review of "Born to Deliver" by Kathy Brace - a local Wichita midwife.

Uncategorized, Book Reviews, WichitaSara SkilesMay 24, 2015adiscipit, born to deliver, kathy brace midwife, midwife in wichita ks, wichita midwives, wichita ks midwife, wichita ks doulaComment

::Book Review:: A Midwife's Tale by Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

::Book Review:: A Midwife's Tale by Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Our review of "A Midwife's Tale" by Laurel Thatcher Ulrich.

Uncategorized, Book ReviewsSara SkilesMay 19, 2015adiscipit, a midwife's tale by laurel thatcher ulrich, book review, midwifery books, midwifery in wichita, midwives in wichita kansas, doulas in kansasComment

5 Steps to a Happy Postpartum

5 Steps to a Happy Postpartum

Our top five doula tips for ensuring a happy, healthy life with baby.

Uncategorized, Doulas, Postpartum, ParentingSara SkilesMay 8, 2015adiscipit, postpartum, postpartum health, breastfeeding, preparing to breastfeeding, avoiding postpartum depressionComment

10 Things to Do When You're 40+ Weeks Pregnant in Wichita, Kansas

10 Things to Do When You're 40+ Weeks Pregnant in Wichita, Kansas

Are the last days of pregnancy dragging by slowly? Get out and do something fun while you're waiting - here are our suggestions.

Uncategorized, Pregnancy, WichitaSara SkilesApril 28, 2015adiscipit, overdue, 40 weeks pregnant, full term, things to do in wichita, pregnant in wichita, doulas in wichita ks Comment

Placenta Encapsulation: Fact vs. Fiction

Placenta Encapsulation: Fact vs. Fiction

Wondering if placenta encapsulation is a good idea? We're here to sort myth from truth.

Uncategorized, Birth Plan, Doulas, PostpartumSara SkilesApril 21, 2015adiscipit, placenta encapsulation, is placenta encapsulation safe, wichita placenta encapsulator, placenta encapsulator in wichita, placenta specialist in wichita ks Comments

::Birth Story:: Grayson

::Birth Story:: Grayson

The home birth of Grayson. (Photo heavy)

Uncategorized, Birth, DoulasSara SkilesApril 12, 2015adiscipit, home birth, midwives in wichita, doulas in wichita, birth storiesComment

What is a Doula? Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Doula? Top 5 Frequently Asked Questions

What is a doula, really? And what do they do? We're here to tell you.

Uncategorized, DoulasSara SkilesMarch 23, 2015adiscipit, doulas, what is a doula, what do doulas do, where to find a doula in wichita kansasComment

Count the Kicks - App Review

Count the Kicks - App Review

Third trimester? Start counting! Here is our review of the Count the Kicks app, which is helping many women determine when to call the doctor if something is amiss during pregnancy.

Uncategorized, Babies, Pregnancy, Product ReviewsSara SkilesMarch 12, 2015adiscipit, count the kicks, stillbirth prevention, march of dimes, pregnancy apps, wichita doula Comment

Does a Doula Need a Doula?

Does a Doula Need a Doula?

Even the best doula sometimes needs her own doula to support her.

Uncategorized, Birth Plan, DoulasSara SkilesMarch 5, 2015adiscipit, doula the doula, doula, wichita kansas doula, who are doulas for, do i need a doula, what are doulas forComment

Meet Audrey! Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Professional Wichita Newborn Photographer

Meet Audrey! Frequently Asked Questions Answered by Professional Wichita Newborn Photographer

Meet Audrey of Audrey Lee Portraits, a maternity, birth, and newborn photographer in Wichita, KS.

Uncategorized, WichitaSara SkilesMarch 1, 2015adiscipit, audrey salamonski, audrey lee portraits, wichita photographer, baby photographer in wichita, wichita newborn photographer, wichita birth photographer, birth photographer in wichitaComment

5 Ways Prenatal Yoga Can Help You Have a Great Birth

5 Ways Prenatal Yoga Can Help You Have a Great Birth

Learn all about the benefits of prenatal yoga, with Sunshine Family Yoga.

Uncategorized, Birth, Pregnancy, WichitaSara SkilesFebruary 23, 2015adiscipit, yoga, prenatal yoga, prenatal yoga in wichita, sunshine family yoga, pregnancy yoga teachers in wichita, prenatal yoga teacher in wichita Comment