by Ruth Dennison | Jan 12, 2018 | Birth, Doula, parenting, post-birth, pregnancy
Today was the day when I graduated the Abuela Doula’s Preparation course. I know what your thinking, am I not already a Recognised Doula, the answer is…. yes, I am!, but you see, I happened to find this lady named Mars Lord to be my mentor and a few...
by Ruth Dennison | Oct 30, 2017 | Birth, Dancehall Doula Workshop, Doula, Nutrition, parenting, pregnancy
I am happy to tell you all that Dancehall Doula Workshop will soon be accessible in the comfort of your homes. For all the mothers who are out of area, at work and/or struggle to find time to schedule in your antenatal classes to help you get the support, education...
by Ruth Dennison | Oct 15, 2017 | Baby Loss, Birth, pregnancy
We really want to hold you and kiss your little head, we want to watch you sleeping in your little cosy bed. We wanted to count your fingers, and your 10 tiny toes. We wanted to see your smile sweet baby, but you was gone too soon. We don’t know what way to turn...
by Ruth Dennison | Oct 8, 2017 | Birth, Black child, Black mother, post-birth, pregnancy, Recovery
Do you know the history of “granny midwifes”? Granny Midwife’s are a tradition of primarily black healers. These midwives were generally well-respected, esteemed, older, wise women who were first transported from Africa to the Americas on slave...
by Ruth Dennison | Jul 24, 2017 | Birth, Doula, parenting, post-birth, pregnancy
I am very happy to announce I have completed my Doula training process with Doula UK and am now a Recognised Birth and Postnatal Doula. It has been a journey for me after doing my first Doula prep course with Nurturing Birth facilitated by Sophie Brigstocke in May...
by Ruth Dennison | Jul 17, 2017 | Birth, pregnancy
Having a birth plan is a great idea! It’s your birth, your baby and your forever memory which makes it important for you to have your wants and needs met, having a plan can help you to feel and be in control on how you birth your baby and help things run much...