Category Archives: Family

Helping a New Mom

Posted on June 1, 2018 by Stacey

Simple ways you can provide what the new mom really needs by Salle Webber, postpartum doula in Santa Cruz, CA; author of The Gentle Art of Newborn Family Care A NEW BABY! Babies are born every day…perhaps even to you … Continue reading →

Postpartum Doula & Care Provider Skills Workshop – January 28 & 29, 2017

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Stacey

Salle Webber, postpartum doula in Santa Cruz, CA Continue reading →

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A LETTER OF GRATITUDE TO THE OBAMA FAMILY

Posted on September 8, 2015 by huladoula

Dear President Barack, First Lady Michelle, and First Daughters Sasha and Malia, It is with no disrespect that I address you using your first names…indeed it is because you have been so open, so fully human, in your roles, that … Continue reading →

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My Dad

Posted on September 26, 2013 by huladoula

Recently a friend’s facebook question about good dads caused me to ponder my own father and our relationship. My dad left the family early on, and though he hovered on the periphery of our lives and made rules and decisions that … Continue reading →

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GLUTEN-FREE AND ME

Posted on September 2, 2012 by huladoula

It’s been almost three years since I ate my last piece of wheat bread. You couldn’t force me to eat another. It’s so clear to me that my body’s dramatic improvement in several areas is a direct result of cleaning … Continue reading →

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Just Another Miracle

Posted on August 25, 2012 by huladoula

JUST ANOTHER MIRACLE We’re expecting two new babies in our family. The British son of my cousin, who transplanted from London to sunny Santa Cruz, and his lovely wife are due to bring forth their first child in less than … Continue reading →

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Reading at Orinda Books

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Stacey

An essay I wrote, “Professional Grandmother,” was just published in an anthology, Wondrous Child: The Joys and Challenges of Grandparenting. Look for it at your local indie bookstore. I was invited to read at the lovely Orinda Bookstore, May 10th. … Continue reading →

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