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BREASTFEEDING AFTER A C-SECTION
Breastfeeding after a cesarean is absolutely possible, although it can come with a few unique challenges. But I will be honest, breastfeeding can be challenging after a vaginal birth too! The good news is that with the right support, preparation, most mothers successfully breastfeed after a C-section. Your body still produces colostrum and your baby is still born ready to latch. How to Prepare Before the Birth Preparing for breastfeeding before your cesarean birth can make a


EPIDURAL OR NOT? What you need to know
For many expecting parents, the epidural can feel like a confusing topic. There is a lot of information out there, and sometimes very strong opinions too. Some people talk about it as something every women should have, while others see it as something to avoid. This can make this decision feel heavier or more pressuring that it has to be. As a doula, I dont see the epidural as good or bad. I see it as one of the many tools a woman can choose from when preparing for her birth


WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE TO HAVE A DOULA DURING BIRTH?
If you’ve heard the word doula but aren’t quite sure what that means, or you’re wondering what a doula actually does when you’re in...


HOW CAN PARTNERS SUPPORT AFTER BIRTH?
Let’s be honest: when a baby is born, it’s not just the baby who needs care. The mother has just gone through something huge —...


CHOOSING THE RIGHT DOCTOR: PART 2- Key Questions to ask when Choosing Your OBGYN
Choosing the right OBGYN is a deeply personal decision, and in Phnom Penh, you have many options—local and international hospitals,...


CHOOSING THE RIGHT DOCTOR: PART 1 -Understand the different approaches of care
As a doula, I often meet pregnant women who feel a little lost when it comes to choosing their doctor for their birth. And I completely...


EXPECTING A BABY IN A FOREIGN COUNTRY: A guide for pregnant women in Cambodia
Having a baby is one of the most exciting events in life, but when you are in a foreign country, it can also bring a sense of uncertainty...


THE BENEFITS OF UNDISTURBED GOLDEN HOUR AFTER BIRTH
The sacred time following the baby's birth is called the Golden Hour. This is when a new chapter between the parents and their babies begins


WHEN SHOULD I HIRE A DOULA?
That's a question I get often during first conversations with expecting parents. I wish I could give you a straight-forward answer,...


MY POSTPARTUM PLAN
The weeks following the birth of your baby, the mother is recommended to do as little as possible. Rest, heal, recover physically and...


WHAT IS A DOULA?
A doula guides, cares and nurtures parents before, during and after childbirth. Depending on the support they offer, they are referred as...


MY POSTPARTUM ESSENTIALS FOR MUMS
If you are expecting and the arrival of your baby is around the corner, there's a chance you have already packed your maternity bag and...


PRINTABLE AFFIRMATIONS FOR LABOR AND BIRTH
Download these free positive affirmations - in French or English- to keep you focused and calm during labor.
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