Maternal Instincts Doula provides advanced doula services and doula mentoring. Based in the River Region, Maternal Instincts has been serving parents and professionals for more than 20 years.
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FREE RESOURCES

Deep Dives (Course)


Pocket Guide To Labor (Free download HERE)
Emotional Guide To Labor (Free download HERE)
How To Build A Powerful Birthplan
How to Find the Perfect Doula Match
Dads, She Doesn't Need A Doula To Have A Baby,  But You Do
(Provider) Red Flags
Big Babies
Midwifery Vs. Medical Models Of Care
Looking At The Evidence: The Benefits Of Hands-on Fetal Monitoring
Hear Traci On The "Birth Monopoly" Podcast
Evidence Based Birth Findings: Why Are Doulas So Effective?

KEEPING YOUR POWER®
​This course is designed for birthing persons needing more insight on how to communicate with their care team during pregnancy, labor, and birth. 


SPINNING BABIES® PARENT CLASS
The Spinning Babies Parent Class will help you connect your mind with your body as you
learn techniques to help muscles in your pelvis support an easier birth. 

EVIDENCE BASED BIRTH® CHILDBIRTH CLASS
By taking the Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class, you and your partner will not only learn the evidence for your birth options in an online class, but you will also be mentored by  an experienced instructor.

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 Common Topics Discussed during prenatal appointments

Common Body Balancing Issues in Pregnancy and birth


You want to make the most of the time you have with your provider during your prenatal visits. Below are some common topics that might come up that you may want or need more information to consider before deciding what is right for you and your baby. There are routine procedures that might happen surrounding these topics. It is good to educate yourself on what is needed and what is routine. 
You want to make sure your body is physically balanced for a comfortable pregnancy and easy labor. With the Spinning Babies® approach, you can learn about how to connect with your growing body and make space for baby to get into a good position to start spontaneous labor. Below are some common balancing issues that could cause some challenging issues in pregnancy and birth

Due Dates
Group B Strep During Pregnancy
Eating And Drinking In Labor
IV Fluids During Labor
Rupturing Membranes (when and how your water breaks)
Induction or Cesarean for Big Baby
Inducing for Due Dates
Hands-On Fetal Monitoring

We cover topics like this and so much more in the Evidence Based Birth Childbirth Class. Learn more about who the class is for, what to expect, and how to get signed up here.
We also cover how to communicate effectively with your care provider to be certain you are on the same page throughout your entire pregnancy and birth journey in the Keeping Your Power Course. Learn more about this online self paced course here.  



Past The Due Date
Long Labor
Breech Baby
Prodormal Labor
Baby Flipping In the Third Trimester

The Spinning Babies® Parent Class will help you connect your mind with your body as you
learn techniques to help muscles in your pelvis support an easier birth. Learn more about the Spinning Babies Parent Class and how you can increase your chances of an easier birth here.



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Nothing on the Maternal Instincts website is meant to be medical or legal advice. Maternal Instincts will always refer birthing families to consult with their individual healthcare providers for their medical care.

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  • Home
  • About
  • Doula Services
  • Classes for Families
    • Where do I start?
    • Evidence Based Birth® Childbirth Class
    • KeepingYourPower® Course for Families
    • Spinning Babies®
  • Classes for Doulas
    • Where do I start?
    • The Advanced Doula Workshop
    • KeepingYourPower® Course for Doulas
  • Doula Mentoring
  • Testimonials
    • What dads are saying
  • store
  • Blog
  • Contact us
  • Support Black Midwifery Students Of Alabama
  • Resources for Pregnancy and Birth