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Metro Detroit Birth StoriesThe Road to Metro Detroit Birth Stories: Growth, Change & MilestonesSend us a textNew Intro and Outro Still to come:It’s been a journey! In the last several years, I launched Doula2Doula during the pandemic became a CBI trainer, navigated some major life changes, and finally decided to shift this podcast into a new format—this episode is all about growth, change, and what’s ahead.I’m sharing the highlights from the past few years—like my son’s wedding, the launch of Medicaid doula coverage, and my own professional milestones—plus the real reason I chose to transition...2025-03-3111 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesOur 2024 Return and Stat Q&ASend us a textTime - how does it get away from us so easily, and how have we come so far without even realizing it? In this episode, Ciana and I review how Doula2Doula has grown since its birth in 2020 and how we have been doing since our last episode (a mere 6 months ago 🫣)See my YouTube for video updates, including my home office transformationWe mention some amazing local businesses and encourage you to check them out:Blondie On a Budget Designs: Facebook or InstagramLeo...2024-03-121h 37Metro Detroit Birth Stories#28: Aftershock - Movie Review by 2 BIPOC DoulasSend us a textMOVIE: AFTERSHOCK on Hulu (check for region availability) Click for TrailerThis movie follows the journey of families who have experienced the death of a new mother during or after childbirthWhy is the US such a dangerous place to have a baby?Why do black mothers in America die at a rate of 3-4 times higher than others?What can all women do to improve their feelings of safety, autonomy, and agency when giving birth?Join us as we reflect on this movie, how maternity...2022-08-191h 27Metro Detroit Birth StoriesPassed! - Another Pandemic Parenting Schoolyear in the BooksSend us a textAnother school year of pandemic parenting is behind her and Ciana is sharing her reflections on how she and her kids successfully got through it. Both moms discuss some differences in their parenting journeys of school-aged children.Happy summer to all!!! 😎🌞🤷♀️ Confused about your options and how to plan for your baby's grand entrance? Schedule a Virtual Prep/Planning Session or a Birth Class (Virtual or In-Person)More info on all our services HereQuestions or Comments? Email us: doula2doula@tranquiltouchforwomen.comGet your Free B...2022-06-2145 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesLiving the On Call LifeSend us a textWe're pulling the curtain back on what it's like to live a life on call.Join us for a candid conversation that reveals the not-so-glamours part of being birthworkers. From keeping our cars filled with gas to whether or not we will buy event tickets, there is a lot about being birth doulas that have to be considered when thinking of going on call. 🤷♀️ Confused about your options and how to plan for your baby's grand entrance? Schedule a Virtual Prep/Planning Session or a Birth Class (Vir...2022-05-0348 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesHappy World Doula Week!!!!Send us a text🎉It's World Doula Week and we are together again!!! 👩🏽🤝👩🏿🥰In this episode, Exie & Ciana are celebrating doulas everywhere for World Doula Week, March 22-28, 2022.Recently there has been an increase in public appreciation for the work of doulas and the positive impact we can have on people during different life-changing events. We discuss some well-known and, perhaps lesser-known, ways doulas provide support. If you are an aspiring doula, listen for some important questions you can ask when evaluating and choosing your training.Also, the positive impact of doulas can exten...2022-03-2242 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesBooks & Birthwork - Good Reads in a "So-So" YearSend us a text🎶 "All by myself..." 🎶In this final episode of the mediocre year that was 2021, Exie shares her love of reading and some of the gems that helped her get through the last 11 months. If you are always on the lookout for good book recommendations, this might be the episode you've been waiting for. Exie will give a brief description of the books that left indelible marks on her and how she ties them into her work as a birth professional. Listen and see why you might want to add these books to...2021-12-1432 minMetro Detroit Birth Stories'Tis the Season...to Induce Labor???Send us a textHere in the US people are very busy making plans for the winter holidays and if you're due during this season (or at any other holiday time) you may face the possibility of labor induction. What should you do? What if the induction doesn't work? What if it does? In this episode, Exie is covering some interesting facts and considerations for anyone with babies due near a holiday date. As a mom who has experienced an induction that happened to land on a holiday and a birth professional who has supported...2021-11-1828 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesUntitled Our Pre-Pandemi-Fall EpisodeSend us a textWell, here we are...mid-August with the new school year knocking on Ciana's door. She's faced some tough decisions, as have many of you. Listen as she shares how she and her family are coping & planning for the new year.Also in this episode: Exie shares her 1st in-person doula support oopsieExciting news related to the work we love!Learn more about the Motherhood Expo coming to Detroit in October 2021 - tickets on sale nowAre you a Birth Pro in SEMI? Expo Sponsorship opportunities ar...2021-08-1734 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesDoula Training Never Really EndsSend us a textSo, you graduated from your birth doula program...Congratulations!!!Certificate & Badge in HandPhone ChargedDoula Bag PackedFirst Client BookedYou get the call and it's go time!Oh, wait...there's more.....In this episode, we're talking about the things we have learned while attending births. You may think you know what to expect, but Doula Training Never Really Ends!Questions or Comments? Email us: doula2doula@tranquiltouchforwomen.comGet your Tip Sheet to Build Your Birth RoomLearn more about Birth Services offeredFacebook...2021-07-2037 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesSelf-Care is Not Selfish - Here's why...Send us a textWhat does Self-Care mean to you? Is it selfish to do acts of Self-Care? This episode is a short one because we know that in order to keep taking care of all the people in our lives we care about, we need to focus on ourselves sometimes.5 Self-Care Practices for Every Area of Your Life - Verywellmind.comArticle Quote IG post - The Motherhood CenterQuestions or Comments? Email us: doula2doula@tranquiltouchforwomen.comGet your Tip Sheet to Build Your Birth...2021-06-2220 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesThe Husbands & Our 1st Podcast-iversarySend us a textSit back and settle in, the husbands have joined us to celebrate - and almost hijacked our episode with their shenanigans! Get the guys' perspective on what it's been like to be a birth partner and doula spouse as we look back on the first year of Doula2Doula.Questions or Comments? Email us: doula2doula@tranquiltouchforwomen.comGet your Tip Sheet to Build Your Birth RoomLearn more about Birth Services offeredFacebook - Request to join our Pregnancy to Parenting Littles...2021-05-251h 21Metro Detroit Birth StoriesYour 1st Date with Your DoulaSend us a textThe Doula Consultation is usually the first time you will meet your potential birth doula. Just like a first date, this meeting will determine if your relationship might move to the next step.Here's a look at what we bring to the table and how you can make sure you get the most out of your 1st Doula Date.Questions or Comments? Email us: doula2doula@tranquiltouchforwomen.comGet your Tip Sheet to Build Your Birth RoomLearn more about Birth Services offered...2021-05-041h 00Metro Detroit Birth StoriesThis Oil's for You - Safe Use of Essential OilsSend us a textWe're talking essential oils and aromatherapy with a Certified Aromatherapist (can you guess who it is?)How can you choose a quality oil?How can oils be used?Who can use essential oils?They're natural, so they're always safe, right?Can essential oils be used during pregnancy, childbirth, or babies?We're sharing some valuable information to help you decide if, when, and how you might decide to use all those essential oils you've been buying and not knowing what to do with.Questions or Comments? Email us: doula2doula...2021-04-1349 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesA Revolution of SupportSend us a textIt's time for a Revolution of Support for anyone connected to pregnancy or birth!Join us for this conversation and learn how you can join the Revolution and make a difference in this generation and generations to come. We are excited and determined to change the way pregnancy, birth, and new parenting are experienced.Learn more about Be Her VillageListen to the Be Her Village PodcastVote for Be Her Village to receive the Fedex Grant by 3/24/2021Send an email about Be Her...2021-03-221h 18Metro Detroit Birth StoriesBirth Partners are the MVPs of your Birth BubbleSend us a text🥰 We're talking about our love for Birth Partners & how we work with them to create and maintain your Birth Bubble 💗Are you expecting a baby and wondering how to introduce your birth partner to the idea of a birth doula?Are you a birth partner who wants to be involved, but are feeling a little bit unsure about how you will be able to give effective support?In this episode, you will learn how much we love working with birth partners and why we believe they a...2021-03-0237 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesA Healthy Baby is Not All That MattersSend us a textSo you've had a baby - now what? Your baby is finally in your arms. You are getting congratulations and want to be happy... everyone else is happy...you smile and say "thank you", but inside, you are wondering what is wrong with you because you don't feel happy. You might even be feeling detached from everyone, including your baby - what's going on here?People ask you to share your birth story, but you don't want to...it makes you feel uncomfortable, so you...2021-02-0953 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesPandemic Birth = Traumatic Birth? How a Doula Can Make the DifferenceSend us a textSo you're having a "pandemic baby" and find that mixed with the excitement and joy is a new level of concern about how pandemic policies might affect your birth experience. Perhaps you have heard stories even before 2020 that made you wonder if birth is destined to be difficult, scary, or traumatic. Now, you're really starting to feel like you need some guidance and support.Take a deep breath, press play, and get ready to feel so much better.Your Doula2Doula team is here to help you with some t...2021-01-1945 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesHigh Points & High Hopes - Gifts from the Pandemic YearSend us a textIt's the end of December in the year of the Pandemic and we are all so ready for it to be over! But, as we reflected on the last 12 months and planned for our final episode of our very first season, we discovered some gifts we unexpectedly received. We also found ourselves looking forward to the new year with hopes to build on some of the good things 2020 gave us.Email us and share your unexpected gifts from 2020 and what you're hoping to see happen in 2021. It might just...2020-12-2957 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesYoga for The Rites of Passage with Sweet Momma YogaSend us a textOur very first guest!!!! Listen to this episode and enjoy a special offer just for you!On this episode, Exie is talking with Elise Bowerman, owner of Sweet Momma Yoga specializing in prenatal and postnatal yoga. Since 2009, Elise has been teaching yoga in Southeast Michigan and established Sweet Momma Yoga in 2014. She has a passion for working with birth-givers to help them gain increased self-awareness and peace during pregnancy in preparation for meeting their babies, as well as helping them adjust to the transition of the postpartum ti...2020-12-0858 minMetro Detroit Birth StoriesWhat is a Doula?Send us a textWelcome back for our first full-length episode of Doula2Doula.Have you ever wondered what a doula is and if you would want to have one, or even become one?Today, we answer the question: What is a Doula? We will touch on the roles and responsibilities of a doula and how having a doula can really make a difference, both in the birthing room and in a virtual way, as well as after birth. You will also get a brief peek into both Ciana and Exie's...2020-05-2625 min