For Lauren Felts, the path into postpartum care began with a desire to find meaningful work that could exist alongside motherhood. With a background in nutrition and a
Birth is a profound threshold, one that calls for preparation, presence, informed decision-making, and compassionate support. While many families place their trust in medical systems to guide them
What does sexuality have to do with birth? At first, the connection may not seem obvious. But sexuality, birth, and embodiment are all deeply connected experiences that involve
Preparing for a baby often comes with a long list of things to do. There are appointments to schedule, providers to research, birth preferences to consider, baby gear
A cesarean birth is a profound transition. It is the arrival of a baby, the beginning of parenthood, and, at the same time, a major abdominal surgery that
The first week after birth is unlike any other season in life. Everything has changed. A baby has arrived, but so has a new mother. The body is
For generations, postpartum care has lived in the margins of our healthcare systems. Families often spend months preparing for pregnancy and birth—choosing providers, creating birth plans, attending appointments,
Birth preparation often centers on the physical—what to pack, what to eat, which positions to practice, and what to expect during labor. While these elements are valuable, they
Many postpartum caregivers enter their training programs eager to support new families through one of life's most transformative transitions. They learn about infant care, postpartum recovery, feeding support,
In a world that often celebrates hustle, urgency, and constant productivity, many women find themselves longing for something different. They long for a way of living that feels
