breastfeeding – Peninsula Birth Companions

Letting go without giving up

A fellow doula called this week to ask for some advice about a client. As she told me the story, I couldn't help but remember that I have heard this same story, or some equally sad variation of it, many times before. It goes something like this: The story A woman has a baby. It … Continue reading Letting go without giving up

Breastfeeding

Head and heart are not either/or

I recently came across two different discussions of breastfeeding that share a very important outlook. Rather than presenting breastfeeding as an activity to be mastered by the mom--like golf or gourmet cooking--both view it as an integral part of the relationship between moms and babies. The recent posting by Diana Cassar-Uhl, IBCLC at The Leaky … Continue reading Head and heart are not either/or

“Peninsula Birth Companions made all the difference in my birth experience. Even I, a healthcare professional, found the whole labor process overwhelming and bewildering at times, and my doula was an ideal guide and translator. She interfaced brilliantly with the nurses, gave my partner a ton of space and time to sleep, and was by … Continue reading Sarah R.

― Sarah R.

“Hiring PBC was the best thing we decided to do. It truly made this birth unforgettable and most rewarding as I was able to have the birth experience I had envisioned. Thank you PBC!”

― Katie A.

“I would highly recommend Peninsula Birth Companions. I found them to be highly professional, supportive, and knowledgeable. Our backup doula was also highly competent and supportive. I believe if you are desiring a natural birth, hiring the assistance of a doula would definitely make your birth experience more positive.”

― Jennifer W.