Birth Boot Camp Blog

We are so excited about our postpartum doula training program that launched this fall! We’ve been working diligently to bring you the most comprehensive and up-to-date training available, and it was finally ready to launch at the beginning of October 2021. Postpartum doulas provide families with information and support regarding infant feeding, recovery from childbirth, […]

Are you the kind of person that goes all out for Halloween, or are you a more laid back observer? Me, personally, I’m more laid back when it comes to dressing up. If it’s convenient and I already have it on hand, then I’m good to go. I have definitely worn the same costume in […]

5 c. chicken broth 1 (10.75 oz.) cream of chicken soup 1/2 c. onions, finely chopped 1/2 c. celery, finely chopped 1/2 c. carrots, chopped 1/2 c. green onions, sliced 1 (15 oz.) can whole kernel corn (or frozen corn, if you prefer) Salt & Pepper to taste 1 1/2 c. egg noodles 2 c. […]

My husband and I are the parents of two beautiful boys. Both of my babies births were wonderful but I felt like something was missing after the birth of my oldest. I knew practically nothing about birth. I read a few books here and there and took the childbirth classes at the hospital. It ended […]

It’s that time of year again – time to start your Christmas shopping list. If you know me, it’s probably no surprise that I’m about done with my Christmas shopping. Yes, it’s a bit earlier this year, but I’ve been collecting things all year long. My closet is full! Yes, it’s been hard to keep […]

By: Caryn Allen Congratulations, you’ve finally had your baby! You must be feeling so much relief and joy, staring at your beautiful newborn and soaking up every little sight, sound, and smell they make. You may also be feeling exhausted and overwhelmed thinking about everything that has to be done in a day. Here are […]

So you’ve learned about Birth Boot Camp and have considered training, but haven’t made the jump yet. There might be a few different reasons holding you back, which I totally understand! Trust me, I’ve been there before. But there is no greater time to invest in YOU than right now!  You’ve looked at training dates […]

By: Chatney Thibodeau At 36 weeks and 4 days, my water spontaneously broke on my toilet at 5pm. A classic “we don’t even have the car seat installed” moment. I called my midwife who encouraged me to eat and rest until things picked up, and joked that she would see me in the morning. I […]

It’s September, and that means it’s almost fall! Fall is my favorite time of year for so many reasons, and one of those reasons is that it’s soup season! Soups are so easy to make, super tasty, and almost always really healthy for you. This is my favorite potato soup, which is perfect for those […]

Hi, I’m Amsy! I’m a certified birth doula with Birth Boot Camp and loving it! I am also a mom to two little girls and wife to a big teddy bear of a man. I like to be outside, swimming, hiking, white water rafting, and I love to read and research all things birth. I’ve […]