Below, I have written about the democratic model of education and the Philadelphia Free School. While I have asked experts to confirm many details, my words come from my own research and experiences. If you are interested in learning more, I encourage you to pursue your own research and form your own conclusions. While discussion… Continue reading
Posts in "Reflections"
Breaking the “No-Sleep Cycle” in an Overtired Child
Sleep deprivation. Any parent of a young child (or children) has felt its acute sting. Whether it’s those first weeks with a new babe, a developmental leap, or some other cause, we have ALL been there (and if you haven’t you’d do well to not mention it…). Now, I’m not an expert by any means…. Continue reading
Bring out the Crayons – Coloring the Memory of Birth
Mothers deserve to feel supported in their choices. They also deserve to feel validated in their heartache. Sometimes the role of a doula is to help color a birth. Even at our most prepared, there are times that births do not go as we had hoped. Circumstances are not always ideal. The education process may… Continue reading
Reflections on my Journey as a Doula
Since the time to write another blog post is long overdue, I’ve decided to reflect for a moment on my path as a doula thus far. When I attended the Birth Arts International training weekend, I left feeling inspired and well prepared. I felt confident that my training stretched well beyond those three days, and… Continue reading