Chatty Doulas

In this episode, we’re talking about pushing. What this stage of labor looks like and what it can feel like. We unpack the myths, the pressure, the coaching, and how pushing can be powerful instead of rushed. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’ll know what to do in that moment, this conversation is for you.

Active labor can feel powerful and overwhelming all at once. In this episode, we talk about coping strategies, partner support, and how to trust your body when the waves get stronger.

The final weeks before birth can feel tender, intense, and uncertain. In this episode, we explore how to prepare your body, mind, and support system while making space for rest and trust.

Menstruation and fertility are often talked about in fragments or not at all. In this episode, we bring the conversation together, exploring how cycles work, how fertility shows up differently across seasons of life, and why body literacy matters.

In this episode, we explore cannabis use during pregnancy, lactation, and the postpartum period through a harm-reduction and evidence-informed lens. This conversation is not about judgment or fear, but about supporting informed decision-making, reducing stigma, and creating space for honest, nuanced conversations around cannabis and parenthood. We are all cannabis-informed doulas, and Kristin is a cannabis educator and the founder of the Mary Jane Doula Collective. Mary Jane Doulas: https://www.maryjanedoulas.com Cannabis and Lactation Blog: https://www.maryjanedoulas.com/blog/cannabis-and-lactation-separating-fact-from-fear State Laws: https://projects.propublica.org/graphics/maternity-drug-policies-by-state https://legislativeanalysis.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Substance-Use-During-Pregnancy-and-Child-Abuse-50-State-Summary.pdf

n this episode, we explore prenatal bonding and the relationship that begins long before a baby is born. We talk about what bonding in pregnancy can look like, why it matters, and how connection doesn’t have to be perfect or constant to be meaningful. Whether bonding feels natural, complicated, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers reassurance, perspective, and gentle ways to build connection with your baby in utero. https://birthpsychology.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Z3sC25KO-1.pdf

Think of this as your starter bookshelf for pregnancy, birth, loss, parenting, and taking care of yourself. Honest conversations about the books that matter and why they stuck with us.

We’re taking you inside our doula journeys with some of our favorite birth stories from both our careers and our own lives. The raw moments, the sweet ones, and everything in between.

A quick, practical rundown of newborn basics, including feeding, sleep, diapering, and umbilical cord care.

An honest look at postpartum mood disorders and the importance of compassion, awareness, and community in recovery.

We’re getting real about the postpartum season because it’s so much more than baby snuggles and sleepless nights. In this episode, we talk about what really happens after birth: bleeding, lactation, healing, nutrition, and how relationships shift in those early weeks. Whether you’re preparing for postpartum or reflecting on your own journey, this one’s for you.

In this episode, we talk about how your mindset can shape your birth experience. From the stories we carry to the thoughts we repeat, the way we think has a direct impact on how our bodies respond in labor. We share why mindset matters, how it can support you, and some simple tools to help you prepare mentally and emotionally for birth.

In this episode, we dive into the fear–tension–pain cycle, a powerful pattern that can shape the way our bodies experience labor. We talk about what it is, how it affects both mind and body, and simple ways to ease it so birth can feel more manageable and supported.

In this episode we break down early labor, what it feels like, how long it might last, and simple comfort and distraction techniques to help you through those first hours.

In this episode we talk about the big question of who to bring into your birthing space. From moms and in-laws to besties and even pets, we share ways to decide who belongs. Your space is sacred, and protecting it is imperative for birth to unfold.

This episode is all about what doula training didn’t prepare us for and the surprises you only discover on the job. We share our own learning curves and offer insights that are just as useful for birthworkers as they are for parents.

Our first episode is short and sweet, just three doulas chatting about who we are, why we’re here, and probably oversharing a little already. Think of it as a coffee date intro before we dive into the real talk.