Each trimester in pregnancy presents unique nutritional needs as your baby develops and your body adapts. From folate and iron in the early stages to essential fats and proteins for brain development in the later months, eating whole, nutrient-dense foods ensures that both you and your baby are supported every step of the way. And the journey doesn’t end with birth—during the "fourth trimester," or postpartum, replenishing your body with nourishing foods is vital for healing and breastfeeding. In this blog, we’ll explore the vitamins, minerals, and nutrients that matter most in each trimester, with a holistic focus on real, whole foods and mindful supplementation when needed.

Birth is an intricate dance between body, mind, and spirit, and central to this beautiful process are the hormones that guide and support labor. These hormones are designed to work in harmony with your body to bring your baby into the world. Understanding how these hormones work and learning how to harness their power can be a game changer for a positive, unmedicated birth experience.

At Anointed Births, we believe in embracing the natural, sometimes uncomfortable aspects of labor and postpartum life. From tearing during labor to postpartum bleeding, noisy contractions to breastfeeding challenges, these experiences are normal parts of birth. Our culture often encourages avoiding discomfort, but we’re here to help you surrender to these innate processes, supporting you through the emotional and physical highs and lows. With the right support, you can confidently navigate the messy, beautiful reality of bringing your baby into the world. Ready to embrace the journey? We’re here to walk with you every step of the way.

Ensuring adequate protein intake during pregnancy is vital for promoting a healthy and low-risk pregnancy. Protein plays a crucial role in supporting baby's growth, maternal tissue development, and hormone production. Pregnant women should aim to consume a variety of high-quality protein sources such as meats, fish, eggs, dairy products, legumes, nuts, and whole grains to meet the increased demands of pregnancy. Proper nutrition, especially protein, reduces the risk of complications such as preterm birth, low birth weight, and preeclampsia. Learn more about why protein is essential during pregnancy and how to meet your protein needs through a balanced diet.

We’re happy that you are here, preparing for your best birth with us! In this blog, we’ll be diving into creating your blueprint for birth: Why you should create a birth plan and how to get started.

I love creating birth plans with the expecting parents because we get to envision the birth and talk about all the details and preferences for labor, birth, and immediate postpartum. Knowing the birth preferences and desires helps us doulas know how to help expecting parents prepare with education, tools, techniques, and special prayer requests that support their needs. Let’s explore why creating a birth plan is essential and how to get started.

Birth is an incredibly beautiful and transformational experience; birth is also probably the hardest thing you will ever experience. It can be the most empowering experience of your life followed by joy and euphoria OR the most disempowering and traumatic experience followed by depression. Learn how to build a strong mental fortitude for a positive birth experience!

A positive birth story of an unmedicated hospital birth experience, the birth of Andersen James.

Group B Streptococcus (group B strep, GBS) bacteria commonly live in people’s gastrointestinal and genital tracts. In some countries, women are tested for GBS towards the end of their pregnancies (36-37 weeks) and if a woman tests positive for GBS, there is a 1-2% chance that their baby will develop GBS disease, if GBS is not treated with antibiotics during labor.