The Uptown Doula Blog & Education Center

Breastfeeding is a goal that many people share. One Google search will yield tons of different advice on things to avoid when you’re nursing your baby including alcohol, dairy, and eggs. We’re here to give you the real deal on what you should be avoiding (in real life). Unsupportive People While breastfeeding is natural, it […]

You are walking down the street on a normal fall day. As you walk, you notice the breeze pick up and leaves start to swirl more than usual. You look behind you and then turn back to face front only to see a huge purple and yellow cow standing in your path. The cow stand […]

With cold and flu season upon us, we’re all taking precautions. Vitamin C, soup, supplements…anything we can do to avoid catching the nasties floating around. When you’re pregnant, your immune system is actually slightly lowered. Pregnancy also doesn’t allow for most common remedies. What’s an expectant person to do if they catch the dreaded bug? […]

Becoming a big sibling can bring a range of emotions from excitement to fear. An incredible way to help kids talk about those things? Books! Read your littles stories of big brothers and big sisters to help them understand and relate to what the characters are going through. We’ve gathered 5 great options for your […]

Placenta Encapsulation has been a hot topic for pregnant people and healthcare providers alike recently. With families in Charlotte often calling us to learn more, we decided to compile a list of questions you should be asking before you book your Placenta Encapsulation. Uptown Doula makes it top priority to ensure the safety of each […]

Gone are the days of buying frilly, unnecessary gifts. You’re a smart gift-giver and you know that there are things way better than doilies and aprons as gifts for a new mom. You are also probably busy and hoping to find a clever and useful gift like right now. We got you! We’ve rounded up […]

Who is your mom hero? Mine is easy and also doesn’t actually exist. My mom hero? Daniel Tiger’s mom. Easy answer. First of all, Daniel and Margaret are adorable. They’re always dressed, bathed, fed healthy foods, and learning important life lessons. While they learn them everywhere, their mom is always there with a calm word […]

37…38…39…weeks keep passing and your baby is still hanging out? We’ve heard it said before that the first part of pregnancy goes so quickly and the last month lasts a year. It totally feels that way. Between a baby that has grown to nearing the size of a watermelon to your shifting center of gravity […]

The best-kept not-so-secret in Pregnancy comfort is within reach. Chiropractic care has long been a controversial subject when it comes to treating pregnant individuals. While there is some truth to the fact that expectant mothers shouldn’t see any chiropractor, the benefits of seeing a Chiropractor with additional training in the Webster technique is clear. Overall, […]