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Prenatal Testing-Rh Factor

Posted on: March 8, 2021 | birth, Birth Work, Community, Pregnancy, Prenatal

This prenatal appointment brought on nervousness, just as much as it brought Claudia at ease. At 10 weeks pregnant, Claudia was beginning to find her footing with being pregnant. She found that if she kept rice cakes and water by the nightstand, she would have something in her belly before starting her day; and that made the baby happy. If she used her Palmer’s lotion, she wouldn’t gag, but her . . .

Meet The Team: You!

Posted on: November 30, 2020 | Birth Work, Business, Community, Doulas, Friendship, Labor Doulas, Placenta Encapsulation, Postpartum Doulas, VFD Team

A business doesn’t run like a well-oiled machine without the people that are dedicated to keeping the wheels turning in-sync. I truly believe that you are the company you keep. As a women-owned, minority-owned, small business, I strive to keep the company of those that lift-up, show-up, and stand-up. Vegas Family Doulas is continuously growing, and looking to welcome doulas to the team that will grow with us. A VFD . . .

Meet The Team: Aisha Fanning!

Posted on: November 23, 2020 | Birth Work, Business, Community, Doulas, Famillies, Friendship, Infant Feeding Specialist, Labor Doulas, Motherhood, Parenting, Placenta Encapsulation, Postpartum Doulas, VFD Team

As the face of Vegas Family Doulas, Aisha Fanning knows that the doulas selected to represent her “baby” are vital. The work that we do as doulas is vulnerable, raw, and confidential. Building a bridge of compassion attracts clients to the professional support that VFD provides. When the team is strong, the bridge is sturdy and complete. Building that bridge, one doula at a time is Aisha Fanning, owner of . . .

Thankful, Grateful, and Blessed!

Posted on: November 2, 2020 | Activity, Birth Work, Business, Community, Doulas, Famillies, Friendship, Postpartum Doulas, Relationships

Vegas Family Doulas is THANKFUL… When it comes to service-based businesses, the company you keep is EVERYTHING! As a woman-owned, minority-owned, service-based small business owner, the reputation of my business is a big driving force for the success. When it comes to building an inclusive, dedicated, professional team, I strive to make certain Vegas Family Doulas meets (and crushes) that mark. As part of the Vegas Family Doulas team, our . . .

Bring It On! (Childbirth Education Class)

Posted on: October 5, 2020 | birth, Birth Work, Body, classes, Community, Doulas, Famillies, Fatherhood, Friendship, Information, Labor, Labor Doulas, Motherhood, Relationships

Carrie sat across from her doula Maxine, both excited to be in each other’s company and begin the steps in preparation for the birth of Carrie’s unborn baby. Carrie nervously listened as Maxine explained when to contact her, the differences between early and active labors, and comfort measures. Maxine paused and asked Carrie what childbirth education course she would be taking. Carrie was taken aback…what? A childbirth education course? Wasn’t . . .

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