The Doulas of Utah Blog
Real answers on postpartum recovery, overnight newborn care, and preparing for birth — written by Utah’s postpartum doula team for families across the Wasatch Front. New posts every week.
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Epidurals for Labor: What to Know Before You Decide
Epidurals for labor are one of the most common forms of medical pain relief used during hospital births. For many birthing people, an epidural provides significant comfort and allows them to rest, regroup, and conserve energy during an intense experience. For others, it may not feel like the right fit. Understanding how epidurals work can… Read more
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Pain Management in Labor
Pain management in labor looks different for every birthing person. Some people plan to use only non-medical comfort measures, others choose medical pain relief, and many find that a combination of both works best. There is no single “right” approach, only what feels supportive, safe, and empowering for you. Understanding your options ahead of time… Read more
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Swelling in Pregnancy
Swelling in pregnancy is incredibly common, especially in the feet, ankles, legs, and hands. As your body works overtime to support your growing baby, it naturally retains more fluid and increases blood volume. Add gravity, warmer weather, and long periods of standing or sitting, and swelling can feel unavoidable, particularly in the third trimester. In… Read more
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Safe Sleeping for Babies
The newborn stage comes with plenty of questions, and one of the biggest for many parents is how to create a safe sleep environment for their baby. While there can be a lot of information online, focusing on a few evidence-based recommendations can help simplify things. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), babies… Read more
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Postpartum Belly Binding
Postpartum belly binding has become increasingly popular as many parents look for ways to support their body during recovery after birth. While experiences vary from person to person, belly binding is often used as a tool to provide comfort and support during the postpartum period. What Is Postpartum Belly Binding? Postpartum belly binding involves wrapping… Read more
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Postpartum Nutrition
The weeks after birth place significant demands on your body. Between recovery, hormonal shifts, feeding your baby, and functioning on limited sleep, it can be easy for nutrition to move to the bottom of the priority list. But postpartum nutrition plays an important role in healing, energy levels, and overall well-being during the newborn stage.… Read more