Doulas On Call

Send us Fan Mail We talk through labor induction without fear-mongering, breaking down what it is, why it gets recommended, and how to stay in the driver’s seat with real choices. We explain the most common induction methods and the questions we want you asking so you can weigh benefits against risks for your specific body and baby.  • why inductions are so common and when they are medically neces...

Send us Fan Mail The phone rings at 2 a.m. and suddenly everyone’s plans, sleep, and schedules change. That’s the reality of on-call doula life, and for Father’s Day we hand the mic to the people who live beside it: our husbands. They share the parts nobody puts on an Instagram highlight reel, from missed dinners and middle-of-the-night wakeups to the strange feeling of being a “birth widow” when...

Send us Fan Mail Your water breaks, you freeze, and your brain immediately plays the movie version of birth. We get it, because PROM (prelabor rupture of membranes) is one of the most misunderstood ways labor can begin. We’re Misty and Tammy, two doulas who see this all the time, and we’re here to replace panic with a clear plan and evidence-based context. We unpack what PROM actually means at ter...

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with our business partner, Lauren, to demystify breech birth, explain why it’s not automatically an emergency, and name the real reasons families feel pushed into one path. We share Lauren’s personal breech story, talk through ECV and provider training gaps, and come back to informed consent and what it means to feel safe while making birth decisions.  • who Lauren is...

Send us Fan Mail We talk physical birth preparation that works for medicated and unmedicated labor: everyday movement that meets your body where it is, yoga ball posture habits, hip mobility, and why we love Spinning Babies for balance and space rather than “moving” baby. We also get specific about hydration and electrolytes, especially for dry climates like Denver, and why rest is not laziness bu...

Send us Fan Mail Midwife or OB? Most parents don’t realize they’re choosing more than a title, they’re choosing a care model. We’re Misty and Tammy, two doulas who spend a lot of time in hospital birth rooms, and we keep getting the same question: what’s the real difference between hospital-based midwives and obstetricians during pregnancy and labor, and how do you know which one is right for you?...

Send us Fan Mail Labor started at church, the hospital trip was short, and the Broncos played on the radio while she worked through contractions. For Mother’s Day, we bring on a very special guest, Linda, Tammy’s mom, to tell the story of giving birth in the 1970s and to compare it with what families face in modern pregnancy, hospital birth, and postpartum recovery. We talk about how parents learn...

Send us Fan Mail We talk honestly about cesarean birth from the stats to the emotions, and why C-section support deserves the same care and respect as any other birth. We share how doulas help before, during, and after a C-section, including what makes the OR experience feel calmer and more human.  • C-section awareness month and why we talk about cesarean birth without being anti-C-section  • US...

Send us Fan Mail After some time away, we’re back with a fun and honest catch-up. In this episode, we’re sharing recent birth stories, the reality of life on call, and what it looks like to support families through some of their biggest moments—sometimes all in the same week. It’s real, it’s a little chaotic, and it’s why we love what we do. Thanks for listening!  Always feel free to message us fo...

Send us Fan Mail The birth trend in America is shifting dramatically. For the first time in history, women over 40 are having more babies than teenagers – a complete shift that raises fascinating questions about modern motherhood. Drawing from our extensive experience as birth doulas, we dive into this groundbreaking CDC study showing births to women over 40 have surged 193% since 1990 while teen...

Send us Fan Mail Misty and Tammy unpack the vital role of postpartum doulas and why the "fourth trimester" deserves just as much planning and support as birth itself. WARNING: This episode includes discussion of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), sharing both personal reflections and supportive insight. Some moments may feel heavy, it's ok to pause and come back when you&...

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Send us Fan Mail Misty and Tammy tackle the most common misconceptions about doulas in birth work, clarifying their non-medical supportive role distinct from midwives or obstetricians. They explore the myths and realities about what doulas can and cannot do during labor and delivery. • Doulas are not midwives - they provide continuous non-medical emotional and physical support during pregnancy, bi...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it would be like to have a trusted friend by your side during childbirth who knows all the insider tips, brings humor to intense moments, and supports you without judgment? Meet Misty and Tammy, two passionate birth doulas from Denver who are breaking open the birth conversation with refreshing honesty and plenty of laughter. In this premiere episode, Misty and Ta...

Send us Fan Mail Thanks for listening!  Always feel free to message us for more information or, if you have information you feel we should see, please send that. We LOVE to hear and learn from you!