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​As Doulas, we try to prepare our clients as best as we can for the upcoming birth of their babies. Good preparation helps for easier & shorter labor

Why is a Birth Doula Invaluable for Expats?

2/5/2023

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Happy pregnant couple
As an expatriate, giving birth in a foreign country can be a daunting experience. With a new healthcare system, unfamiliar birthing practices, not being able to fall back on your family, and cultural differences to navigate, it can be overwhelming to ensure you have the support you need during the birth of your baby.

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Birth Preparation...

11/3/2022

 
Birth preparation
Birth preparation
“HEAD DOWN IS JUST HALF THE STORY!” ​As Doulas, we try to prepare our clients as best as we can for the upcoming birth of their babies. Good preparation helps for easier & shorter labor. In general, the more you prepare, the easier your labor goes. 
 
Everyday life can however be busy and finding time to prepare for the upcoming birth may be challenging. As a result, it is sometimes more difficult to go into labor in a relaxed state of mind.

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How Well Are You Prepared for Your Baby's Arrival?

6/17/2021

 
Newborn preparation blog
​Coming home with a newborn can be overwhelming. Suddenly there’s no nurse or doula around you and you have to do it all by yourself. Too often I see my clients prepare themselves for the BIG birthday but not enough for the time after their baby is born. Babies are not coming with a manual but there are definitely things you can do in advance to put your mind at ease...

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Wearing a Baby Carrier

9/24/2020

 
Wearing a Baby Carrier
Wearing a Baby Carrier
Wearing a Baby Carrier
Baby carriers are a great  way of soothing your baby. Have you seen partners carrying the baby around all day? With the baby carrier you have your hands free. As a Certified Postpartum Doula I highly recommend buying a baby carrier. It’s a MUST, a lifesaver! It’s very cosy and you will be able to kiss your baby's head too. Besides that it has a lot of advantages. 


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Is Home Birth a Good Option in This Uncertain Coronavirus Time?

3/19/2020

 
Home birth during COVID?
Home Birth Versus Hospital Birth
In this uncertain time where the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is active everywhere, we have to be especially cautious. Hospitals are not the best place to be at the moment. Besides that, hospital guidelines are changing every day and this can determine whether or not doulas are allowed to be present during the birth.

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Coronavirus COVID-19 and Postpartum Visitors - Yes or No?

3/17/2020

 
Postpartum visitors during COVID?
To reduce the spreading of the coronavirus it’s better to postpone visitors who like to see your baby postpartum. Only if everyone is healthy, no one is in the risk group and no one had potential contact with infected people (but how sure do you know?), then it’s allowed. Take care of hygiene, wash your hands often, keep social distance, don’t shake hands and clean your home.

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Childbirth and the Coronavirus: What Changes for You?

3/11/2020

 
Childbirth and CORONA
If your due date is coming up, you may be wondering about the birth of your baby with the coronavirus outbreak. Is it still the best decision to have a hospital birth, or would it be safer at home? What if you are infected? How will childbirth care change with these new measures?

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How to Keep Your Baby Warm During the Winter and in Summer When the AC is On?

1/15/2020

 
How to keep your baby warm
When visiting my clients after the birth of their baby, I see quite some babies who are not being properly dressed. I also see babies who don’t like to sleep on their own. Parents of a newborn often don’t realize their baby is actually cold. 

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    By: Nathalie Grolleman

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    Birth And Corona
    Birth Preparation
    Newborn Care

Supporting Mothers in Maryland, DC & Northern Virginia


Experience at:

  • Sibley Memorial Hospital
  • Medstar Washington Hospital Center
  • Medstar Georgetown University Hospital
  • Medstar Olney Hospital
  • George Washington University hospital
  • Holy Cross Hospital
  • Shady Grove Hospital
  • Inova Fair Oaks Hospital
  • Inova Fairfax Hospital
  • Inova Alexandria, Alexandria
  • Inova Reston Hospital
  • Inova Loudoun Hospital
  • Virginia Hospital Center
  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
  • ​St Agnes Hospital, Baltimore
  • Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis
  • Frederick Memorial Hospital

CONTACT INFO:

PHONE: 
(202) 279 1089

EMAIL:

nathalie@doulanathalie.com
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  • About
    • Doula Nathalie
    • Doula Associates
  • Services
    • Birth Doula Services
    • Postpartum Services
    • Private Birth Classes
    • TENS Unit for Labor
    • Customized Services
  • Pricing
    • Birth Doula Pricing
    • Postpartum Doula Pricing
    • Private Class Pricing
    • TENS Unit Rental
  • Mentorship
  • Picture Gallery
  • Testimonials
  • Blog
  • Resources
  • FAQs
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