Sleep Training Courses vs. Custom Sleep Consulting: Which Do You Need?
It’s late, you’re googling “how to get baby to sleep”, and you’re drowning in options. “This is the real haze of motherhood,” says Kristin Revere, newborn care specialist, certified doula, and founder of Gold Coast Doulas. “The truth is, sleep deprivation is a major driver of mental illness.” There are $300 courses promising miracle […]
Postpartum Traditions through an Ayurvedic Lens: Podcast Episode #314
In this enlightening episode of Ask the Doulas podcast, we explore postpartum traditions through an Ayurvedic lens with Christine Eck, Founder and Director of the Center for Sacred Window Studies. Christine shares why the sacred window—the first 42 days after birth—is such a vital time for healing, bonding, and transformation. We discuss how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom aligns beautifully with modern […]
Gender Prediction: Podcast Episode #313
Ever wonder how early you can really find out your baby’s gender — and which tests you can trust? In this episode of Ask the Doulas, we talk with Dr. Dallas Reed, an OBGYN and Chief of Genetics for Tufts Medicine, who also serves as a medical advisor for SneakPeek, the at-home fetal sex test that’s accurate as early […]
10th Annual Gold Coast Doulas Diaper Drive Results
We are so grateful to everyone who supported our 10th Annual Diaper Drive with Nestlings Diaper Bank of West Michigan and the Great Start Parent Coalition. This milestone year was especially meaningful as we celebrated a decade of collecting diapers and wipes to help local families in need across Kent, Ottawa, and Allegan counties. Our […]
The 5-1-1 Rule Explained: Signs You Should Head to the Hospital
You’re having contractions. Real ones. And suddenly you freeze, wondering—is it time? Do we grab the hospital bag and go, or is this a false alarm? Even with all the birth classes, apps, and well-meaning advice from everyone who’s ever had a baby, that moment of “should we go NOW?” is genuinely nerve-wracking. You […]
Postpartum Night Sweats: Podcast Episode #312
Ever woken up drenched and wondering if you’ll ever sleep comfortably again? You’re not alone. In this candid episode of Ask the Doulas, we dive into the all-too-common struggle of postpartum night sweats, sharing our own experiences and giving some tips for relief. We’re joined by Jackie Hutson, founder of Piper & Mint, a brand redefining postpartum comfort with mint-infused, […]
Blood Pressure in Pregnancy: Podcast Episode #311
Kristin Revere and Dr. Frances Conti-Ramsden discuss blood pressure and heart health in pregnancy in this important episode of Ask the Doulas podcast. Dr. Conti-Ramsden also touches on the potential for digital health tools and AI to be used in antenatal and postnatal care. She is the director of MEGI Health. Hello, hello! This is […]
The Best Labor Positions for a Smoother Delivery [According to a Birth Doula]
No—lying on your back isn’t your only option for labor. In fact, research shows that women who labor in more upright positions shorten their labor by about 1 hour and 22 minutes and are less likely to have a C-section. Pretty compelling reason to try some new labor positions, right? We think so! And here’s […]