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Indiana Birth & Postpartum Indiana Birth & Postpartum doulas guide parents from preparation to confidence, transforming knowledge into instinctive skill.

“…because we don’t just mourn this moment with our child. We mourn tomorrow’s moments, and next month’s moments, and nex...
10/15/2026

“…because we don’t just mourn this moment with our child. We mourn tomorrow’s moments, and next month’s moments, and next year’s moments, and their graduation and wedding day and their own children… there are so many moments to mourn. And that is the life of a grieving parent, nuanced and layered and - even when we have joy - we always know, deep in our cells, that someone is missing and that their space in our hearts can never be filled by anything or anyone else.” ~Dr. Joanne Cacciatore

Today, we hold space for the parents who carry a lifetime of love for a baby they didn’t get to watch grow up. For the birthdays and milestones that come and go. For the moments imagined, the memories never made, and the empty space that remains, even in the happiest seasons of life.

On Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, we invite you to tell us about them.

Your daughters.
Your sons.
Your babies.

What is their name? How old would they be today? When is their birthday or due date? What do you wish more people knew about them?

There is no timeline for grief, and there is no end to a parent’s love.

Their lives matter.
Their names matter.
Their stories matter.

And you matter, too.

To our IBP families, it is a privilege to walk alongside you as you carry the lifelong love for your baby and the ache of their absence in your heart. Whether your loss was very recent, many years ago, or somewhere in between, your baby will always be a part of your story, and we are honored to hold space for you as you carry both the love and the grief.

Today, and always. 🩷🕯️🩵

Your pregnancy. Your birth. Your baby. Your postpartum journey. Your choices. Always. 💜✨At IBP, we believe every family ...
10/15/2026

Your pregnancy. Your birth. Your baby. Your postpartum journey. Your choices. Always. 💜✨

At IBP, we believe every family deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported without judgment. Whether your birth unfolds exactly as you envisioned or takes an unexpected turn, whether your feeding journey looks different than you imagined, or whether postpartum brings emotions you never expected…you will always be met with compassion, understanding, and unwavering support from us.

Our job isn’t to make decisions for you or tell you what your journey should look like. It’s to walk alongside you, help you feel informed, empowered, and confident, and remind you that your choices matter.

This is YOUR journey, and you deserve support that honors it. Every step of the way.

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

We talk A LOT about supporting the person giving birth, and rightfully so! But as your IBP doulas, we’re also focused on...
10/11/2026

We talk A LOT about supporting the person giving birth, and rightfully so! But as your IBP doulas, we’re also focused on the person standing right beside you through it all. 🥹

Partners can feel excited, nervous, overwhelmed, emotional, and unsure of what to expect (which can bring on anxiety, too!). They may want to help but not know exactly how to support you. They may feel pressure to be the strong one, even when they have big feelings of their own.

And once baby arrives, they’re navigating a huge transition, too!

This is one of the reasons we LOVE what our doulas do! IBP birth doulas don’t replace partners. E-V-E-R. We work alongside them, offering guidance, reassurance, and practical ways to be involved and connected throughout birth. And IBP postpartum doulas help families navigate those early weeks as everyone adjusts to their new roles.

Support shouldn’t be reserved for just one person in the family!

The person giving birth deserves support. The partner deserves support. And the whole family deserves to feel heard, loved, and cared for. We’ve got you! 💜

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

One thing we want every family we support to know: you NEVER have to pretend to be someone you’re not around us! Birth a...
10/09/2026

One thing we want every family we support to know: you NEVER have to pretend to be someone you’re not around us!

Birth and postpartum are full of emotions, unexpected moments, and decisions that are deeply personal. Whether you’re changing your birth plan, feeling overwhelmed in the newborn stage, feeding your baby a way that you didn’t expect, or simply having a hard day…we’re not here to judge you. Ever.

We’re here to listen, support you, answer questions, and meet you right where you are. Because there is no one “right” way to experience birth or postpartum, and you deserve support that honors your journey. Your journey belongs to you!

Swipe through for a few things your IBP doulas will never judge you for (and keep in mind, this list could go on forever!). And if you need the reminder today: you don’t have to have it all together to deserve support. It’s okay to ask for help. 💜

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

It’s spooky season….👻🎃🕷️Which means it’s the perfect time to talk about the witching hour! If your sweet, content baby s...
10/06/2026

It’s spooky season….👻🎃🕷️Which means it’s the perfect time to talk about the witching hour!

If your sweet, content baby suddenly seems like a completely different baby in the evening, you are NOT alone!

From overstimulation to cluster feeding, there are several, totally normal reasons those evening hours can feel HARD.

Swipe through to learn about the witching hour, plus some tips and tricks to hopefully make it a little easier for parents.

— Your IBP doulas 🦚

Hello, October! HOW are we here?! 🍂🎃It’s a brand new month, a new season, and there are so many little moments to slow d...
10/02/2026

Hello, October! HOW are we here?! 🍂🎃

It’s a brand new month, a new season, and there are so many little moments to slow down and soak in.

For expecting parents, maybe this is the month you finally get to meet your baby. For new parents, maybe this is your first October with your little one. And for ALL of us, maybe it’s a beautiful reminder to embrace the cozy, ordinary moments that become some of our favorite memories. 🥹

Pumpkin patches, crisp mornings, cozy sweaters, growing bellies, tiny babies, and all the beautiful chaos that comes with this season of life. 🤎

Here’s to October! What are you looking forward to this month? Share below!

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

This sweet moment was captured at a recent birth, and there are no words to describe the feeling of watching someone rea...
10/01/2026

This sweet moment was captured at a recent birth, and there are no words to describe the feeling of watching someone reach the other side of something they had hoped and prepared for. 🥹

Our job as doulas isn’t to make sure your birth goes a certain way. It’s to stand beside you through whatever unfolds: to help you prepare, support your choices, remind you of your strength, and hold space for both the joy of getting what you hoped for, and also the emotions that can come when things may look different.

Your birth story is yours. However your baby comes into your arms, you deserve to feel supported, respected, and cared for EVERY step of the way. 💜✨

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

Postpartum bleeding can most definitely catch you off guard if you aren’t prepared! Understanding what to expect can hel...
09/28/2026

Postpartum bleeding can most definitely catch you off guard if you aren’t prepared! Understanding what to expect can help you feel more confident as you go through what feels like the longest “period” of your life. 😂

Here’s a very quick breakdown of postpartum lochia and what you may see and feel as your body heals and recovers after birth. Remember, birth and blood go hand in hand! Expect increased bloody show as labor progresses and heavier bleeding after birth that will change in flow and color as the weeks go on. Postpartum lochia can last for several weeks after both vaginal and cesarean deliveries.

And always remember, when in doubt, reach out! If bleeding suddenly becomes very heavy, you’re passing large clots, or something doesn’t feel right, contact your healthcare provider right away. Always trust your gut!

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

Sometimes supporting postpartum parents means knowing when to speak and knowing when to simply be there with an open set...
09/26/2026

Sometimes supporting postpartum parents means knowing when to speak and knowing when to simply be there with an open set of ears. 💜

Postpartum can be such an overwhelming, vulnerable, beautiful, exhausting, emotional season. And while most people genuinely mean well, sometimes the words we say can unintentionally add pressure to someone who is already carrying so much.

Instead of offering unsolicited advice, comparisons, expectations, or opinions, we can offer encouragement. We can listen. We can bring dinner (and coffee…which is probably much needed during this season 😴). We can hold the baby while they shower and/or nap. We can ask how they’re REALLY doing. We can remind them that they’re doing an amazing job.

Swipe through for a few simple ways we can show up for the postpartum parents we love without adding to their load.

What would you add to this list? Share below, if you’re comfortable!

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

Let’s talk about something that can be HARD to navigate after having a baby: boundaries. 💜Everyone is excited to meet yo...
09/21/2026

Let’s talk about something that can be HARD to navigate after having a baby: boundaries. 💜

Everyone is excited to meet your new baby, but that doesn’t mean you have to say yes to every visit, every request to hold your baby, or every expectation placed on you during an already overwhelming season.

You’re allowed to take your time, say no, ask people to leave, protect your sleep and peace, and change your mind!

Your postpartum season is about YOU, too! Give yourself permission to make it look and feel the way you need it to, even if that ends up looking totally different than you thought it would.

The thing about postpartum is that no postpartum experience is the same. Every family is different, every baby is different, every recovery is different, and every feeding journey is different.

Some families LOVE having their friends and family come to the hospital after delivery, while other families prefer to hunker down and stay in their “newborn bubble” for a couple of weeks. There is no “right way” to do this…whatever feels best for your family is perfect. ✨

— Your IBP Doulas 🦚

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