Birth Boot Camp Blog

When I found out I was pregnant with my first child I just assumed I would breastfeed, I mean that’s just what you do when you have a baby these days, right? Breastfeeding has so many amazing benefits, it’s the perfect food specifically tailored to your baby’s needs, it helps their immune system, provides comfort, […]

Judging by the popularity of pet-proud bumper stickers, talking animal movies, and fur-baby costume contests, it’s safe to say animal companionship is a common quality of American life — one that families don’t wish to forgo when expecting their own human baby. So how do they make it work? The first thing to consider is […]

What first got you interested in doula work? After the birth of my 3 children, I was given the opportunity to work as a birth assistant for my midwife. From there I moved on to teaching classes and supporting women as a Doula! I firmly believe every mom deserves a Doula and I feel honored […]

We love sharing recipes from our instructors and their students. It is great to get a trusted recipe from a friend! Laura Roberg shared today’s recipe of Sweet Potato Pancakes. She is a student of Melissa Ritchie who serves couples in Plano, Frisco, Denton, McKinney, Dallas, and other surrounding areas in Texas. Check out Melissa’s […]

There you are, sitting on your toilet, holding a stick that you just peed on, watching wide-eyed as little blue lines start to appear and form into a plus sign, one that you’ve waited SOOO long to see…CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE PREGNANT!! You are elated and in shock, crying tears of joy over this very anticipated […]

There are three types of relaxation: mental, physical, and emotional. From everyday experiences, to pregnancy and even raising children and going through hard times, we find ways as humans to relax during stressful situations. In our Comfort Measures for Labor and Birth Workshop you learn how to relax with all three types, especially for labor […]

So many women want an unmedicated birth. We see beautiful videos and pictures of women giving birth at home or in birth centers. They are surrounded by family and friends. Maybe they are lounging in a tub, holding they’re new born baby, looking like the very definition of peaceful empowerment. Women see these pictures and […]

When browsing the internet for “must haves” when it comes to babies, the lists are so long. There are several things that are really nice to have, but not necessarily NEEDS. Here are 4 things that I feel are NEEDS when it comes to having a new baby. Diapers Whether you use cloth or disposable, […]

Sometimes you just want a little dessert without involving the entire kitchen. Today’s What to Eat Wednesday fills that role and will even help a momma with her own Mother’s Day celebrating. Simple ingredients and quick prep make this recipe one that will be on repeat and made by memory. We love having our student’s […]

I’m a minimalist when it comes to diaper bags. There are just a few basics that are needed and the rest is pretty much personal preference. So here we go. Diapers and Wipes Every diaper bag needs diapers because babies use them all the time. Wipes are a pretty obvious follow up because they are […]