VBAC – Dallas, TX

mariapokluda Dallas, doula, VBAC

Some of our clients enjoy sharing their birth stories or photography in order to encourage and inspire others.  We try to share these from time to time.  Hope you enjoy! “So thankful for Maria’s support during yet another successful VBA2C!” – Chris and Astrid These clients had 2 cesarean deliveries before deciding to pursue a VBA2C for their next pregnancy. …

Wrap It Up

mariapokluda bengkung wrap, postpartum, wrap

Women have been wrapping their bellies after having babies for thousands of years…both for the perceived benefits and for the traditional ceremonies that evolved around the process.  Many cultures have unique and interesting ways to support the pelvic and abdominal area in the weeks following childbirth.  We offer the bengkung wrap that is both gorgeous and comfortable.  A wrap session …

The Making of a Family – Ft. Worth, TX

mariapokluda Coppell, natural birth, surrogacy, VBAC

Some of our clients enjoy sharing their birth stories or photography in order to encourage and inspire others.  We try to share these from time to time.  Hope you enjoy! Watch this amazing video by Nhance Photography.  This is the story of so many things…loss, sadness, hope, waiting and ultimately it is the story of the making of a family …

Dallas Doula VBAC

Is Your Provider VBAC Supportive?

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Are you planning a VBAC? As a doula, I’ve helped almost 250 couples achieve their goal of a having a VBAC (vaginal birth after a cesarean).  From those experiences, I have determined that If you are planning a VBAC, the MOST important thing you can do is have a supportive provider.  That does not mean someone who will “let” you …