Mosaic Birth Services

I am so grateful that I followed my passion to become a doula many years ago in 2014. It was not an easy decision as my mother was suffering with Alzheimer’s and I was taking care of both my parents at once.

Being able to empower women during the birth process, some multiple times, has been so rewarding. Now these babies are double digits and that makes my heart happy watching them grow.

Thank you to all my clients who let me be a part of their precious birth journey.

Happy Mother’s Day! I love helping you bring new life into this world. You are amazing and so powerful!

Celebrating Doulas all over the world this week!

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➡️ Reposted from @ammieharris_ ⬅️ "Optimally preparing your body and baby for birth is often overlooked during pregnancy! When baby is positioned in the uterus in an OPTIMAL position, labor progresses much more smoothly! Not to mention, the typical pregnancy aches and pains are much less throughout the pregnancy! Here are 3 things I do daily to help my baby move into that position. I learned ALL of this from @spinningbabies 🤍Forward leaning inversions These are a staple for all pregnant mamas! It is a technique that creates room in the lower uterus. The baby can then move to that space with the natural pull of gravity! This will help them move down into a more ideal position for birth. This stretch will help to untwist any ligaments in the lower uterus and cervix that may be wound up from sudden stops or a twisted, unbalanced posture. I complete 3 of these in a row and hold for 3 deep breathes. Be sure to fully come up out of the pose and allow your body to reset between each inversion! 🤍Deep pelvic squats Squatting opens the pelvis and frees the birthing muscles from the tightening effects of sitting. You can begin this technique by using a block or low stool to balance on and work your way up to the deep unassisted squat. I aim for a 1-2 min squat daily! 🤍Sitting on a folded blanket I try to do this anytime I floor sit and play with my toddlers. This position keeps your hips elevated higher than your knees which is optimal for good posture moving the uterus forward. Sitting this way will also help you to gain strength in your pelvis, hip, and thigh muscles to keep your pelvic floor strong and supported in preparation for birth! Have you tried any of these in your pregnancy!?" #spinningbabies #31weekspregnant #pregnancy

Why yes, it can be up to 24 hours of physical work. But we love to empower moms and that keeps us going.

2018 Spinning Babies Training…

The day I became an official Doula with my classmates, midwives and Doctor supporters. 2014

We are trained in spinning babies techniques.

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Did you know that learning daily activities to restore body balance can help make room for the baby? Babies then put themselves into their best positions possible for childbirth – within the space available.

Check out the link tips on daily activities!
https://www.spinningbabies.com/pregnancy-birth/daily-activities/

Anyone use this technique?

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The Abdominal Lift and Tuck is one of the most effective early labor techniques for engaging the baby in the pelvis. This technique is to help the baby into the pelvis and through the pelvic brim (the baby may be -3 or -2 station).

The Abdominal Lift was introduced by Janie McCoy King, a Texas Engineer who wrote Back Labor No More. I learned it from Penny Simkin at her Birth Doula Training. I added the words “and tuck” to remind the user to tuck their pelvis. By this, I mean do a standing Posterior Pelvic Tilt (flatten the lower back).

Note: The Abdominal Lift and Tuck must be done during a contraction. You will want to move into position as soon as—but not before—the contraction starts. If you start too late it will be uncomfortable, so just wait to start with the following contraction.

As a contraction begins, link your fingers and lift your belly about two inches.
Bring your belly in (towards your spine) by one or two inches, depending on your size. Try to be as comfortable as possible.
At the same time, flatten your lower back. Your knees should be bent. Bending the knees, even just a little, is necessary to do a Posterior Pelvic Tilt.
Hold your belly up through the entire contraction. It’s okay to sway or rock a little on your legs during the contraction, but hold your belly in one place to avoid being uncomfortable.
When the contraction ends, lean forward slightly and slowly let go of your abdomen. Move your legs to encourage circulation.
Repeat the Abdominal Lift for ten contractions in a row, resting in between and circling your wrists and ankles for circulation.

Want to learn more? Head to the link: https://www.spinningbabies.com/pregnancy-birth/techniques/abdominal-lift-tuck/