Getting a Handle on Prenatal Health
by Dr. Yasmin Amini, ND Pregnancy is a time of anticipation, preparation and excitement about many things to come! Nine months worth of questions and answers is what we, at Your Downtown Doula, are here for. The prenatal period is unique for every family! As Naturopathic Doctors and doulas, not only do we provide education […]
Are Prenatal Classes Really Necessary?
-Dr. Olivia Chubey, ND Yes! Yes! A resounding YES! You are setting yourself up for failure if you don’t take a prenatal class. (I know that sounds harsh, but this is too important of a topic to tiptoe around.) I know what you’re thinking: “Well of course you would say that, you teach prenatal classes!” […]
Top 3 Pregnancy Reads
Your Downtown Doula’s own Dr. Sarah Winward, ND IBCLC gives her top 3 reads to help you prepare during pregnancy!
How Can My Partner Prepare for My Birth?
Your Downtown Doula’s Dr. Sarah Winward, ND IBCLC explains how your partner can prepare for your birth so you can have a calm and confident labour!
Finding Comfort During Labour
Dr. Sarah Winward, ND IBCLC discusses some tips to find comfort during labour.
Herbal Medicines during Pregnancy
Your Downtown Doula’s own Dr. Sarah Winward, ND IBCLC tries to sort through ALL of the herbal remedy information out there! She gives you her most recommended herbs that are safe for pregnancy and how they are used!
Nitrous Oxide – the “other” pain relief option
Your Downtown Doula’s own Dr. EeVon Ling, ND, provides a break down of Nitrous Oxide – the “other” pain relief option during labour!
Do I *Really* Need a Birth Doula?
Your Downtown Doula’s own Dr. Olivia Chubey, ND, breaks down the questions you should ask yourself to decide if doula care is right for you!
Alternative Options to Pain Medications
Your Downtown Doula’s own Dr. Olivia Chubey, ND discusses the realities of an epidural during childbirth – and whether or not you NEED one!
You *just know* how to parent!
Dr. Kim Abog, ND Have you ever had a strong hunch about something and it turned out to be true? Have you ever defied that little voice in your head (much to their dismay) and felt regret about it? As a parent, you may have already had several introductions, friendly or rude, with your parental […]