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Understanding hCG: What Pregnancy Hormones Really Mean

The hCG pregnancy hormone is one of the earliest signs of pregnancy, and one of the most talked about. Short

Morning Sickness vs. Hyperemesis Gravidarum: What’s the Difference?

Nausea during pregnancy is common, but there’s a difference between typical morning sickness vs. hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). Understanding that difference

Preeclampsia: Signs to Watch for During Pregnancy

Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-related condition that involves high blood pressure and can affect multiple systems in the body. While it’s

Pregnancy Red Flags: When to Call Your Provider

Pregnancy comes with a wide range of physical and emotional changes, many of which are completely normal. But knowing the

Building and Maintaining a Breastmilk Supply

Building and maintaining a breastmilk supply can feel like one of the most important, and sometimes stressful, parts of early

Why Newborn Photos Don’t Need to Be Stressful 

This blog was written for Phoenix Family Doulas by our friend Lindsay Soriano of Lindsay Jane Photography. Let me guess.

Creating a Birth Plan: What Phoenix Parents Should Know

Creating a birth plan can be a helpful way to think through your preferences and feel more prepared for labor.

What Families Say About Postpartum Support in Phoenix

When you’re deciding what kind of support you’ll need after bringing home your baby, hearing from other families can be