The insider’s guide to birth
The internet is full of information, blogs and opinions. What’s one more?
I like to focus on facts, real-life questions and issues that other people might shy away from. Mostly, I want you to laugh, relate, and feel seen as you figure this whole motherhood thing out.
Back when I first started working as a doula, known to all as “Megan the Doula”, in early 2011, I began to write blogs about topics that affected me, and my clients. Giving birth in Montreal is a unique experience, and finding out how to navigate a healthy pregnancy and how to have the best birth is something most people want to know!
We’re All in Trouble, Fleishman
We're all in Trouble, Fleishman. A few weeks ago I had quickly jotted down a Blog Post Idea in the Notes section of my phone. I do this because I am scatterbrained. (Yes, like every other 30 something mother I am convinced I now have undiagnosed ADHD, when in reality...
Are You “The Wine Mom”?
The Wine Mom is a fairly well-known online persona. She makes funny TikToks, holding a glass of red wine (why is it always red wine?), while she mouths the words to songs about being tired, sometimes pointing at a clock or housework that needs to be done, while...
What happens if I need to be induced?
What happens if I need to be induced? What does it mean to be induced? Induction or inducing pregnancy is very common these days. But what does it actually mean to be induced? First, let’s talk about the reasons why we might have to induce a pregnancy. Medical Reasons...
Do first babies usually come early?
Wondering when your baby is going to arrive? One of the most common internet searches for people nearing their due date is " Do first babies usually come early?" You're anxiously awaiting their arrival, the nursery is ready, your friends and family keep calling to see...
Are doulas allowed in hospitals?
When the pandemic hit in March 2020 doulas were not allowed in hospitals in Montreal. Most hospitals automatically shut their doors to any extra support people, as a safety precaution. Rightly so, since we didn’t know much about how Covid-19 worked or what the risks...
Do I need a birth plan?
Do I need to write a birth plan? This is a very common question. Writing a birth plan has been very trendy for such a long time in the world of birth and babies, that I fear it has lost some meaning. Most naysayers will tell you, "you can't plan for a birth!" Some Drs...
