Ode to the dilation station, we’ve crossed paths many times before, but during labor, dear old toilet, you’re not my favorite anymore. You spice things up, you mean business, you’re rude but oddly motivation, because every contraction here brings me closer to baby, thank you, dilation station. I’m ready to sit down, take the ride, rock, breathe, and feel the vibration. You ask a lot, but you deliver results, a true MVP of dilation. You keep my bladder nice and empty, catch le

As a birth doula, I believe every birthing person deserves support, no matter how they choose to bring their baby into the world. Whether...