Evidence, warmth, and honesty from the birth room.
August 1, 2026
Doulas and midwives are two of the most commonly confused roles in birth. One is your medical provider and the other is your continuous support person, and many families benefit from having both.
August 1, 2026
One of the first questions families ask us is what a doula actually costs. Here is an honest look at typical price ranges for birth and postpartum doulas in the DFW area, and the growing list of ways families pay for their care.
August 1, 2026
Everyone plans for the birth, but far fewer plan for the weeks after. Here is what a postpartum doula actually does during a visit, daytime and overnight, and how to know if it is the support your family needs.
September 4, 2024
Welcoming a new life into the world is an incredible journey, and having the right support can make all the difference. Little Lilacs Birth Service is here to provide that…
February 25, 2020
Expecting Better is laid out with the topics according to the area of when they typically occur in the pregnancy and birth journey. It is full of the recommendations we often hear during pregnancy, and helps to provide you with the facts. If you don’t enjoy reading, this can be a harder read since it is very detailed. But the best part of each section is The Bottom Line cliff notes!
July 12, 2019
Whether you are an expecting mother or preparing to grow your family, you have many birth options in the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex. Today’s guest blog includes a wealth of information on understanding your provider options, cost and additional elements that go into choosing the best provider for you and your family!
June 28, 2019
What an incredible journey we have been on through the Be Empowered Birth Blog Series. When it comes to birth, information is power, and we have tried to include as much as possible in this special series. But we must end this series where it all begins—Z = Zygote!
June 25, 2019
Though there are a few ways to give birth, there are seemingly limitless ways to customize it. This blog is about things to consider when making your birth plan. Hopefully you will become more aware of the choices you actually have in birth. It is good to consider the risks and benefits of each choice you have now before the contractions and excitement really set in.
June 20, 2019
Vaginal exams may be conducted throughout pregnancy and during labor. We cover the elements of their purpose, benefits and risks, and what your options are in making the best choice for you!
June 18, 2019
One of the most exciting times as a mother is when labor begins. That first contraction, the water breaking, the car ride to the hospital/birthing center, are very special times that we never forget. But- how do you know if it’s REALLY happening?
June 14, 2019
As women we spend so much time preparing for labor and delivery of our baby, but sometimes we forget how unpredictable birth can be! Here’s a glimpse into the variations of labor, the pros and cons of each and how to handle every scenario.
June 11, 2019
The women’s body is incredible in its ability to grow and birth a baby! In this blog, we looked at some of those most amazing elements from the uterus, to the cervix and placenta, in our Be Empowered Birth Blog Series!
