Rhys Doula

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDKmlTrYD68

Family Connects - Nurse Home Visiting Program Our registered nurses help provide support to new mothers by bringing healthcare providers, community resources, and families together!Family Connects is a f...

The importance of pace feeding (and how to do it)

Busy weeks, busy nights… all to help caregivers(parents) during the time of transition when exhaustion really hits

We have an updated flyer for our HEART project.

Thank you to Hult Center for Healthy Living and R. Murphy Studio for being drop off locations!

(And of course there is always Amazon!)

My business partner*

*does not doula with me, only snuggles when working at home.

Naps and grippy socks… essential for overnight postpartum doula support! ❤️🥰

PEORIA, IL! We have community prenatal classes available to anyone!

Sometimes overnight postpartum doula means moving the Elf for the older kid/s because mom and dad are exhausted.

Animals are welcome during doula visits! Cats, dogs, and all the others.

❤️

What are essentials for overnight doulas?

Water
Bag (with food)
Socks (with grippies)

Do you ever daydream about packing your bags and running away from motherhood?

Many of my clients and moms in my DMs talk about this sensation. Moms often feel guilt and shame about their minds wandering to thoughts of leaving.

You love your children, and you love being a mom. So why do you feel this way?

It doesn’t make you a bad mom. It’s simply your brain’s way of trying to escape or cope.

When you daydream about leaving, there is SO much more going on underneath the surface:

〰 You’re burnt out
〰 You need a break
〰 You feel trapped
〰 You have unmet needs
〰 The responsibility of motherhood is heavy
〰 You miss your old life
〰 You feel undersupported
〰 You feel overwhelmed
〰 You may be struggling with a depressive mood

And NONE of that is your fault. Motherhood comes with stress, pressure, and an invisible load that you probably didn’t realize you were signing up for.

It can wear you down and leave you feeling like you’re at the end of your rope.

So often, moms put everyone else’s needs above their own. They pour and pour from their cups until there is nothing left for them.

But you matter. You deserve to have your needs met. You deserve to find more enjoyment in motherhood. Talking to a mom therapist can help!

We offer virtual therapy support for moms across Canada and the United States, serving you at every step of your journey.

Our mom therapists understand what you’re going through. They can help with:

〰 Coping with infertility
〰 Anxiety and depression in pregnancy
〰 Preparing for postpartum
〰 Postpartum depression and anxiety
〰 Adjusting to motherhood
〰 Miscarriage and infant loss
〰 Mom Rage and irritability
〰 Intrusive and scary thoughts
〰 And more!

Find out if we serve your area and book a FREE 15 minute virtual consultation. Comment “THERAPY” below to receive a DM With more information or head to momwell.com/booking

16 daysss!

So excited to see this come together for third year ❤️

Come see us tonight! Many doulas here.

A fantastic event tonight with Sydney Parlier, a Cannabis enthusiast turned educator/ Certified Cannabis Consultant.

https://www-blackenterprise-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.blackenterprise.com/pbs-to-air-birthing-justice-during-black-maternal-health-week-in-april/amp/

PBS to Air "Birthing Justice" During Black Maternal Health Week in April New federal data reveals the unfortunate truth for Black mothers across the country – as the national maternal mortality rate rose during the pandemic, Black mothers are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy related causes than their white counterparts

Literally just unboxed it. Cannot wait to start readying it!

Come see me (and other doulas) at the Peoria North Library between 430-600 tonight Saturday)!

One of those stories that means the world to us, from a local family (shared with permission) -- "We lost our 3rd child, Joy, in October at 16 weeks of pregnancy. A baby sprinkle had already been planned to be shared with another momma who was due around the same time. Instead of removing us from the sprinkle, we thought this could be a wonderful way to celebrate Joy! We are so thankful to all those who lovingly donated diapers in memory of our sweet Joy." 🥹 Thank you so much for not only thinking of the diaper bank, but also allowing us to share your celebration of Joy.

Excited for the Meet and Greet Doula event at the North Branch (Peoria) - Saturday at 4:30-6:00pm!

Developmental milestones you don't ant to miss... https://ilslearningcorner.com/2015-09-critical-developmental-milestones-you-wont-want-your-child-to-miss/

You can do it. Birth After Caesarean is available on Amazon: http://ow.ly/RK7Y50MOnXW