05: It Takes a Village: Doulas The Trimester Bubble

Ever wonder what a birth doula does?

Doulas can serve many roles in the pregnancy, birth, and postnatal journey. This can include:


Being a caretaker


Serving as your advocate in a medical setting


Keeping you company / being the antidote to isolation in pregnancy and childbirth


Normalizing your experience


Helping you feel supported every step of the way



It truly takes a village to support the pregnancy and birth process, as this week’s Trimester Bubble guest, Jennie Bingham, reminded us. She is a birth and postpartum doula and massage therapist based here in the “bubble” in Boulder, CO.

Birth doulas also help support a continuity of care, as you may or may not have the same medical team throughout your pregnancy and birth. They can adapt to your needs and play whatever role is needed, including being hands-on support during your delivery.

Bodywork is another crucial care practice for pregnancy. Between chiropractic care and massage, you can find relief from common pregnancy complaints like:


Leg cramps


Hip pain


Anxiety and stress


Neck and shoulder pain


Mid and low back pain



Plus, receiving bodywork during pregnancy (by a qualified practitioner) can help you build body awareness for a more easeful pregnancy (posture, functional movement) and labor. 

In this episode you’ll hear about:


What a doula is


What a doula does


The benefit of having a doula


Prenatal vs regular massage


The benefits of bodywork during pregnancy


What a certified prenatal bodyworker is


Sidelying vs belly-down massage


Jennie’s favorite benefit of massage


How to create ease in pregnancy


Massage doula training with Jennie



Resources in this Episode:


Pain-Free Pregnancy registration


Body & Balance website


Learn more about Dynamic Body Balancing


DBB Website


Nourishing Bodywork Website



Learn:


Episode 3: Pregnancy 101: Back to Basics


Breastfeeding and Chiropractic


Amazing Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Babies


The Six Signs of Subluxation During Pregnancy



Connect:


Boulder Locals: Join our free, in-person Pain-Free Pregnancy community each quarter. Register here!


Body & Balance: New patients start here


About Dr Elyssa and Dr Katherine


Connect with Body & Balance on Instagram


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