The Uptown Doula Blog & Education Center

If you’ve ever Googled “Is this labor or am I just uncomfortable?” at 2am… you are not alone. I can’t tell you how many Charlotte moms I’ve supported who were convinced they were either 1) definitely in labor or 2) definitely overreacting. Spoiler alert: it’s usually somewhere in the middle. Let’s talk about it. The Truth No […]

If you’re holding a wide-awake newborn at 2 a.m. wondering why sleep feels so chaotic, let me say this clearly: your baby’s sleep isn’t broken. Your baby is just brand new and in those early weeks, it’s supposed to feel messy and a little all over the place. As a postpartum doula and baby sleep trainer, […]

Bringing your newborn baby home is such a magical time but let’s be honest, it’s exhausting as hell. Overnight postpartum doula support isn’t all about folding laundry or washing dishes, it’s about protecting and promoting your physical recovery along with you emotional recovery, supporting your baby’s transition to life outside the womb, and helping you […]

So you’re considering encapsulating your placenta and looking for a place to start? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Thanks to the Kardashians, placenta encapsulation in Charlotte, NC has become increasing popular over the years for those parents looking for additional postpartum support. While scientific research is still evolving, many birthing people report benefits […]

A new year often brings reflection, intention, and for many families, the beginning of an entirely new chapter. As parents prepare for birth, they often ask what a doula really does beyond birthand the answer goes far deeper than most expect. While doulas are commonly associated with labor support, our role extends well past the delivery […]

Your precious baby has arrived, the adrenalin has worn off, and suddenly you’re finally home; learning to care for your newborn baby but also learning to care for yourself. Preparing for this new season with intention can make all the difference, especially during the business of the holidays. Think of this list as your Postpartum Survival […]

The Holiday time is magaical and the same can be said when preparing for birth. Whether you are planning for an unmedicated birth, an epidural or a scheduled (or unexpected) C-section, having the right tools in place can make all the difference. You can think of this list as your own very “Labor Survival Stocking”. […]

His name is Jonas and he’s my homie with an extra chromie. Eventhough the odds of having a child with Trisomy 21 is about 1 in 700, I never in a million years thought I would have this experience. I was already a mother to two little girls when I found out I was pregnant […]

So, your provider is talking about induction—maybe you’re past your due date, managing a medical condition, or just straight-up over being pregnant (seriously, no judgment if you’re 39 weeks and done). Whatever the reason, knowing what to expect during an induction can make the whole thing a lot less stressful. An induction means labor is […]