Vela Haven

Hey, wonderful community! Our Community Baby Shower is coming up soon, and we’re excited about the support we’ve received so far. We have a few spots left for sponsors, donors, and vendors, and we want YOU to join us in making this event extra special!

🌟 How You Can Get Involved:

Become a Sponsor: Help cover event costs and get featured in our promotions!
Make a Donation: Contribute items, services, or funds to brighten the day for new and expecting parents.
Join as a Vendor: Showcase your products or services at our event and connect with local families. Vendor spots are filling up fast and are limited!
📅 Don’t Miss Out! With only a few spots remaining, this is your chance to be part of a truly memorable occasion. Your involvement will make a huge difference!

Ready to jump in? Send us a DM or fill out the link in bio to secure your spot today!

Let’s come together to celebrate and support our growing community! 💕

An incredible time was had at as we teamed up with . It was empowering to educate the community on the importance and benefits of sleep, and to share methods parents can use for themselves and their children. I also enjoyed discussing the advantages of having a doula, highlighting why birth and postpartum doula support is essential for all families.

It was a pleasure to chat with , and other prominent voices in the DMV community who are equally passionate about the health and wellness of Black women!

It was a pleasure to be invited to participate in the Project NIDO charity event hosted by in collaboration with !

What an evening to remember, dedicated to supporting a wonderful cause.

If you’re looking to support a worthy cause, please follow for information on how to donate to Project NIDO!

Super excited to gift these yummy treats to our clients!! Thank you Milk Maker Baker !!!😍😍

DMV Birth professionals and families…We’re kicking off Black Maternal Health Week tomorrow with a Cherry Blossom Walk!

If you’re in the Washington DC Metro Area Join us as we walk to champion equitable care and Black Maternal Health awareness.

I am super excited about this walk led by ! Join us!!

DM ‘WALK’ for more info!

DMV birthworkers and families! Join us this Sunday, April 14 as we kick off Black Maternal Health Week!!

RSVP Here to let us know you can make it!

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Hey DMV!

Join us as we kick off Black Maternal Health Week!
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Vela Haven is excited to partner with and Shelbi Miles, CST to bring you this postpartum support workshop!

We will support you with:
❤️Healthy Sleep Habits
❤️Postpartum Depression/Postpartum Intimacy
❤️CranioSacral Support

Limited spots are available so reserve today!

“I love how this journal guides you through reflections, and also includes practical checklists for every stage…”

A heartfelt review for ‘My Pregnancy Haven’ left earlier this month!

Have you locked in your copy for yourself or an expecting family?

Link in bio!

Well…It’s that time of the year again….

That dreadful period when the time changes and your infant/toddler’s sleep turns into total chaos😩.

If you’re like me and can be totally last minute or just flat out forgot Spring Forward was approaching…the tips below can help!

🔅Gradually shift your child’s bedtime routine by 30 minutes earlier for the next 2-4 days. P.S if your little sleeper is not very receptive to change..you may want to start the shift by 15 minutes instead.

🔅Keep their bedtime routine as consistent as possible.

🔅Keep their room dark during bedtime(or very dimly lit).

🔅If your child wakes up too early, keep the light off in their room for an hour after their usual wake up time.

🔅Enable sunlight exposure in the mornings upon waking.

How do yo unprepared for daylight savings and sleep!

To the Woman who :

is doing it all on her own

has given her situation/circumstance over to the Lord

cries herself to sleep at night

stayed up late because that baby just won’t sleep

Is feeling unappreciated daily

Is tracking through that pregnancy

Worked a crazy late night shift and still had to get the kids ready for school in the morning

Is sacrificing it all for her family, even when times are tough

Isn’t sure of who she is anymore

Lost sight of her worth

Wears the ‘super mommy’ cape even though she’s dreadfully afraid of what’s to come

Is doing everything that she can to support her partner and her family

You are noticed. You are Loved. You are Brave. You are Woman.

Happy International Women’s Day to All my Incredible Followers!

If I Had Only Known.......

Oh how we all wish we could avoid this saying.

After giving birth there are many bodily and hormonal unknowns yeah you may not be prepared for.

As a Doula, I ensure that my clients are prepared for their birth and postpartum to the best of their abilities.

Knowing that you are confident enough to combat the unknowns of postpartum- is a huge anxiety reliever.

What were some unknowns throughout your postpartum?

Does your little one fall asleep pretty easily or do they fight it for a while?

Let us know below!

So here we are….

😣You’ve just spent maybe an hour putting your little one to bed, only to have them wake up not even 30 minutes later.

✨Dear Mommas, your little sleeper needs to nap. However, it is a common sleep struggle for many.

If you’re wondering how to begin this journey, here are a few Pro-Tips to consider:

✅ Does your little one have a nap routine? Like bedtime, it’s important to implement a consistent nap schedule to the best of your ability.
Ofcourse, the daytime may throw unexpected occurrences your way and there should also be room for flexibility. However, your little one actually thrives on their bodies being able to learn and settle into a nap schedule.

✅How’s the sleep environment? Are you setting the tone for naptime?

✅There is such a thing as being too tired too sleep. And not responding to your baby’s sleep cues are a huge no!

🔆Does your little sleeper take “cat naps”?

Postpartum Depression and Baby Blues can be sensitive and emotionally frightening .

Research shows that one in 9 persons will experience postpartum depression after giving birth. While Baby Blues symptoms usually wear off after 2-14 days, postpartum depression is usually more severe and can last for up to a year. This illness is treatable and should never be suffered through in silence.

Proven Tips to Help you Get Through Postpartum Depression:

✨ALWAYS contact your doctor/therapist.
✨Do not do everything yourself, ask for help.
✨Try getting out the house and spending time with your partner,family or friends.
✨ Talk about your feelings with your partner, family, friends (supportive system).
✨Join a support group. Your medical/birth team should be able to provide you with recommendations.
✨ Avoid making huge life changes right after giving birth. Major life changes usually adds on unnecessary stress.

You should never feel ashamed about what you are experiencing. This is quite common and help is available.

You are not a failure to yourself. You are not a failure to your baby. You are not a failure to your family.

There is no limit to what we as women can accomplish.

Ladies!!

On this historic day of Women’s history month. I hope you take some time to truly celebrate yourself, who you are and who you are becoming.

Today I choose to celebrate my recently launched pregnancy journal:

My pregnancy Haven has been a journey and work of love.

It is the perfect gift for an expecting family!

Here’s what you can expect out of this guided, interactive, and empowering pregnancy journal:

🔅Interactive activities to create memories through pregnancy.
🔅Birth and Baby visualization tools.
🔅Weekly and monthly expectations of the body and baby.
🔅Pregnancy empowerment tools.
🔅Birth planning prompts.
🔅 Guided Birth advocacy teachings for Mom and partner.
🔅Essential checklists for home and hospital births.
🔅Mindful reflections through each trimester.
🔅Postpartum expectation guide
🔅Must have Postpartum preparedness materials.
🔅Mind reframing affirmations.
🔅Important questions for your pregnancy care provider.

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What are you loving or celebrating about yourself today?

Awesome!!!! Hope you enjoy!!

Just got my copy of My Pregnancy Haven from 💕
I cant wait to share journal this with clients! It's easy to follow, has great advice, and it becomes a keepsake after the birth 😍
Its available on Amazon: https://smile.amazon.com/My-Pregnancy-Haven-Postpartum-Preparedness/dp/B0BRLW4TSD/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=28O3MFVLY4HNL&keywords=my+pregnancy+haven&qid=1675643876&sprefix=my+pregnancy+haven%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-1

PEACE DURING PREGNANCY

I felt the need to add in sections of Mindfulness Teachings to my new pregnancy journal ‘My Pregnancy Haven|Guided Pregnancy Journal’

This for sure trickles tenfold throughout pregnancy.
Whilst pregnant, it is common to worry about your well-being , your child, your role as a parent, your finances, and the inevitable changes you may experience in your daily relationships.
There may also be situations when you feel like you’re doing so well and then someone comes in to throw you off balance.

✨Distance yourself from anything and anyone that brings you anxiety, pain, and frustration.
✨Start a gratitude journal and pay homage to the people or things that bring you love and light.
✨Breathe. Never Forget To Breathe. In through the nose, our through the mouth (like I always remind my clients)
✨Ensure that every player in this pregnancy is fully up to speed and involved in some way.
✨Invest in a childbirth education class. The last thing you need is to be unaware toward what’s happening in your body.
✨HIRE A DOULA. Strategize & Plan not only for your pregnancy but also for postpartum. You never realize the importance of this until you take it for granted.

Does the hurt get better?

As Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness comes to a close, my hope is that we never stop having these conversations.

I’m honored to host such an intimate conversation with where we discuss navigating perinatal loss and finding triumph and gratitude through your grief.

If we only knew the number of people suffering in silence….

💕A person who has experienced pregnancy loss may be struggling with grief, anxiety, and shock, as well as mood swings and tiredness as their hormones adjust.
There is no “by the book, specific way” that anyone should feel succumbed to dealing with their loss. However, at a time like this persons need proper support, care and love.

🔅Here are 3 ways to support a person who experienced pregnancy loss or stillbirth:

1. Make make her feel loved .
2.Listen to her, and validate her feelings.
3. Don't support her for a certain time...support must be ongoing.

🔅October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. Take some time today to reach out to a momms who’s dealt with miscarriage or stillbirth.

Join us this Wednesday!

Hi there!!!

I’m Kimberly! Your Favorite Conscious Sleep Coach!

I know, I know, I’ve been MIA from social media for a while…BUT it was all worth it as it allowed me to focus on fully connecting with my clients.

As a certified sleep consultant and doula, I am passionate about all things pregnancy, postpartum, and aiding in the empowerment of all women to find their voice throughout parenthood.

My services at Vela Haven have grown! I will ALSO use my platform to provide supplemental resources for the everyday parent of newborns, infants and toddlers!

Thanks so much for continuing to journey along this ride with me!!


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She’s a whole 1-year old!!

I don’t know what warms my heart more: watching my Vela-Babies thrive, or the fact that my Vela-Families keep me in the loop on their growth and development! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Little Amina with such a joyous personality!

So proud of B&B in raising their beautiful daughter!

Photo by Vela-momma:

It’s Black Maternal Health Week!

I am so proud to be a doula-apart of an alliance to combat these injustices for Black women throughout pregnancy, birth, postpartum.

is Led by the empowering

This week of awareness, activism, and community is imperative to:

📣Shed light on the national conversation about Black maternal health in the US
📣Amplify community-driven policy, research, and care solutions
📣Center the voices of Black Mamas, women, families, and stakeholders
📣Provide a national platform for Black-led entities and efforts on maternal health, birth and reproductive justice
📣Enhance community organizing on Black maternal health
(BirthEquity.org)

This also doesn’t begin to describe the mortality rates of Black women throughout postpartum.!

Show a Black Momma some love today!!!!

So many clients inquired about a space where they could gather and seek advice, encouragement,support over the sleep struggles of their little ones…A safe,non-judgmental space where pediatric sleep support is easily accessible.

I am Super excited to announce the Launching of ‘Let Mommy Sleep’ a support group for all mommas going through the brinks and trenches of sleep deprivation in their little ones or their postpartum sleep journey!

OR DM for more info!

It’s 2022! HAPPY NEW YEAR!🎉🎉

It’s only natural for us to reflect or set goals in January.

Is Getting Pregnant A Goal For Your 2022?

Contact Us To Inquire About Assisting With Your Postpartum Wellness.

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I remember it like it was yesterday…

Baby M made her way earthside last October with nothing but love waiting on her!

I LOVE witnessing my grow!
She’s now a happy and thriving 1 year old!








newborns

If we only knew the number of people suffering in silence….

💕A person who has experienced miscarriage or stillbirth may be struggling with grief, anxiety, and shock, as well as mood swings and tiredness as their hormones adjust.
There is no “by the book, specific way” that anyone should feel succumbed to dealing with their loss. However, at a time like this persons need proper support, care and love.

🔅Here are 3 ways to support a person who experienced miscarriage or stillbirth:

1. Make make her feel loved .
2.Listen to her, and validate her feelings.
3. Don't support her for a certain time...support must be ongoing.

🔅October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month. Take some time today to reach out to a momms who’s dealt with miscarriage or stillbirth.

Conscious Parenting & Conscious Sleep Coaching goes hand in hand!

💕To the mom who’s tired and exhausted today because her beloved infant/toddler kept her up all night.

💕To the mom who is not well rested overall and feels frustrated

💕To the mom who struggles with
Voice of judgements about her motherhood or parenting choices.

💕To the mom who just feels guilty today

✨I’m so excited to speak with Motherhood Coach about how conscious parenting and conscious sleep coaching goes hand in hand.

✨We will also chat about what conscious parenting is and how it can dynamically transform your family….when applied.

See you this Tuesday !