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Introducing A New Integrative Birthing Model That Supports Your Needs.....
Portland Doula Collaborative is now opening their services up to new clients. Co-owners Mary Latendresse, Jennifer Merrimen, and Alison VanDerburgh are excited to be offering integrative birthing...
View ArticleWhat is the difference between a Postpartum Doula and a Nanny?
What is a postpartum doula anyway? Can't I just hire a nanny or a baby nurse to make it less expensive? These are both questions I hear alot from families who have just made the leap into needing...
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How To Breastfeed Twins!
We are always looking for awesome content to show our clients who have multiples, and we are really enjoying this video shot by Double Blessings Nursing Pillows out of San Diego, CA. Please visit their...
View ArticleBirth Roots Perinatal Resource Center and Sandsations!
Looking for something fun to do with the family while supporting our local birthing community? Form a team and participate in the 2014 Birth Roots Sandsations Sand Castle event. The event is held each...
View ArticlePortland Pediatric Massage Joins Portland Doula Collaborative Under One Roof!
Portland Doula Collaborative is excited to announce the addition of Portland Pediatric Massage Therapy to our practice. Portland pediatric mt offers classes and one on one sessions for families...
View ArticleCan You Afford A Doula?
Suze Orman thinks so! In a recent segment she did, Suze was asked if hiring a doula was ok by a caller. We love her recommendation stating that a doula is a necessity not an optional service. You can...
View ArticleDo You Support Local Business? WE DO.....
With so many big box stores out there offering better deals, and deeper discounts do you still opt to buy local? Well here at Portland Doula Collaborative we absolutely love to support local...
View ArticleNew Office Location is OPEN!
Portland Doula Collaborative is happy to announce the opening of our new office at 95 High street in Portland. We are so lucky to have found this space so close to down town, the area hospitals, and...
View ArticleUpcoming Class Offerings!
Here are the upcoming classes we are teaching in our space and out in the community....we hope to see you at one of our classes!Infant Massage BasicsThe Mothering Circle in FalmouthDecember 4th...
View ArticleNew Portland Doula Collaborative Classes
We are now offering the following classes in our space each week for you to enjoy! Give us a call if you have questions!Babywearing Group-FREEMondays 10:30-11:30amCome join our staff and learn the...
View ArticlePrivate Child Birthing Education
Child birthing education is an extremely important part of becoming a parent. Many families choose to participate in specific classes that outline infant care techniques, support for mom throughout...
View ArticlePumping and Hand Expressing Breastmilk
Do you have questions on how to efficiently hand express or pump your breastmilk? Have questions about when you should introduce your baby to a bottle if you are going back to work? While we recommend...
View ArticleWe Have New Art On Display!
Our office has been decked out for the cold winter months by the lovely and talented Wendy Newbold Patterson. Wendy's art is a beuatiful addition to our already spacious and comforting office. Her...
View ArticleHappy Friday! Well Almost.....
What Does Your Friday Consist Of This Week?Here at PDC we are hard at work planning upcoming events, sponsorships, and coming up with ideas for new services and classes we can offer our community....
View ArticleBabywearing 101
Ever wondered why everyone is so excited about babywearing? What are the benefits? Well we set out to ask some questions about the history of babywearing to set the record straight! Here is what we...
View ArticleCo-Sleeping vs. Bedsharing
Portland Doula Collaborative was recently asked to give an interview on Channel 8 news to talk about the recent increase in infant deaths in Maine. While this topic is never an exciting or happy one to...
View ArticleMaine Yoga Fest and Portland Doula Collaborative Team Up!
We are very pleased to announce that Portland Doula Collaborative will be sponsoring Maine Yoga Fest this year in Portland! Maine Yoga Fest has quickly become a popular event drawing locals and yogis...
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Baby Wearing In Hot Weather!
Ever wonder how mommas in the southern states or tropical climates get along in the hot weather wearing their little ones? Clearly we are not dealing with these issues here in Maine as much as other...
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Child Birthing Education On Your Schedule? Say What?.....
Don't get us wrong, we love the classes offered at local hospitals. The instructors are well versed, knowledgable, and engaging, and the information covered is needed! But the timing sometimes doesn't...
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Healthy Sleep For Happy Families! With The Baby Sleep Geek
Portland Doula Collaborative has partnered with The Baby Sleep Geek to offer local professional birthworkers a workshop that will help them navigate the rough, choppy waters of infant sleep issues....
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