Marlene Ariza
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What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag (and What to Leave Home)
Veteran nurses will tell you most hospital bags are 80 percent unused. Here is the pared-down packing list for you, your partner, and the baby, plus what the hospital already provides.
7 min read
How to Interview a Birth Doula: Questions That Actually Matter
Finding the right birth doula is less about credentials on paper and more about connection, communication style, and shared values. Here are the interview questions that actually reveal whether a doula is the right fit for your birth.
8 min read
Giving Birth in Chicago: Building Your Team
Chicago pairs world-class hospital maternity care with one of the strongest doula communities in the country. How to build your Chicago birth team, neighborhood by neighborhood.
7 min read
How Accurate Is Your Due Date, Really?
Your due date is a well-informed estimate, not an appointment. How due dates are calculated, why ultrasound dating beats the calendar, and what the real arrival window looks like.
6 min read
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