Posts tagged Labor

Braxton Hicks Contractions...False Labor or the Real Deal?

It’s always a good idea to check with your doctor or midwife when you start having cramps, but don’t panic. You may just be having Braxton Hicks contractions. Many believe that they’re your body’s way of getting ready for the real deal.

Allison RollansApril 12, 2022Braxton-Hicks, pregnancy concerns, LaborComment

Labor Playlists: Music can help you no matter what type of birth.

Just like the music playing during our shows and movies, music sets the emotional scene for what the producers and writers want us to feel and experience. It can create the space for you to let go, feel ready, boost energy, instill courage, settle in, release tension, fight hard, dance baby out, focus inward, connect with our baby, master the rhythm, ride the waves, & find our strength.

Allison RollansDecember 6, 2021Labor, birth, music, playlistsComment

Thank you note to my doulas

Doulas are often mistakenly thought as just an ultimate crunchy home birth accessory, but I do not know how I would have navigated the medical system without you. Even from the early days of pregnancy, in a whirlwind of rotating nurses, doctors, and midwives, you were a constant.

pregnancyAllison RollansMarch 14, 2019doula, Birth, professional, team, Labor, pregnancyComment

“Having a doula was such an amazing experience. They were there for me throughout my pregnancy answering any questions or concerns that came up, no matter what time of day. They talked me and my husband through every stage and step of labor, helping us ease our worries.”

M.P. — 1st time parent

"High Country Doulas proved to be an excellent resource to turn to when approaching the many unknown situations we would encounter during our first pregnancy. I am glad we made the decision to work with them and continue to be thankful for their help."

– Tim S. First-time dad

"Having someone there who could help us weigh our options and make informed decisions was crucial. I am so glad I chose to work with High Country Doulas and highly recommend them!"

– Parker C. First-time mom

"From the first trimester through early postpartum, our doula team was a source of wisdom and compassion. Thanks to their support, I felt like an active participant in my care, and I came away with only happy memories of my birth experience."

– Ariel S. First-time mom

"We could not have asked for a more positive birth experience and know that much of this is because of High Country Doulas. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us bring our daughter into the world!"

– Ashley P. Professor, ASU & First time mom

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"High Country Doulas proved to be an excellent resource to turn to when approaching the many unknown situations we would encounter during our first pregnancy. I am glad we made the decision to work with them and continue to be thankful for their help."

"Having someone there who could help us weigh our options and make informed decisions was crucial. I am so glad I chose to work with High Country Doulas and highly recommend them!"

"From the first trimester through early postpartum, our doula team was a source of wisdom and compassion. Thanks to their support, I felt like an active participant in my care, and I came away with only happy memories of my birth experience."

"Every aspect of our doula experience was helpful, from prenatal classes to postpartum care!”

"We could not have asked for a more positive birth experience and know that much of this is because of High Country Doulas. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us bring our daughter into the world!"

"The staff was extremely professional and flexible...The service is 5 stars!"

"Our doula listened to every want and need...she even knew what I needed before I did!"

"Our doula helped my husband feel deeply connected to every aspect of the experience"