Robbins Doula Services

06/17/2026

You know you’re a doula when you’re helping a family pack for baby’s first trip and you recommend using breastmilk storage bags to prevent leaks in a suitcase!

05/30/2026

A fascinating piece of photojournalism, highlighting the many places where new parents pump when they return to work.

https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/gallery/2026/may/28/milking-it-inside-americas-lactation-rooms-in-pictures

Some are bright and cosy, others are starkly depressing – these images of rooms used to pump breast milk expose the sometimes grim reality of being a new mum in the US

05/12/2026

I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on something that feels both exciting and a little vulnerable to share…

My re-designed website is live.

When you own a one-person service business, and that one person is you, it doesn’t feel like just a website. It’s a reflection of your heart, your values, your worries that keep you up at night, and the way you show up for families. Putting that into words, and then sharing it publicly, feels a bit like opening a door for all the world to see.

If you have a moment to take a look, I’d love for you to visit. And if you know a growing family who could use steady, warm support in those early postpartum weeks, I’d be honored if you shared it with them.

Thank you for being here and supporting my work. I appreciate you.

https://www.robbinsdoula.com/

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, in every stage of motherhood. It’s been such a privilege to support so many incredible moms and families this year. Thank you for letting me be a small part of such a meaningful season in your lives.

05/01/2026

While there’s so much attention on what you need to care for a new baby, the postpartum period can also be an opportunity to care for your relationship in new, intentional ways. As Emily Oster once said, “Don’t worry about buying a bottle warmer. Worry about your relationship.”

Here’s a new blog post with some simple, realistic tips on how to stay connected with very little time and sleep, support each other well, and keep your relationship steady through all the change.

If you’re in this season, or preparing for it, I hope you’ll find it helpful!

If your babies are older, what’s one tip you would share with a new parent?

Welcoming a baby can put stress on a relationship, but these tips from a St. Louis postpartum doula will help new parents remember each other's needs and find moments of connection.

04/09/2026

This is a hard week for me as I’m doing my final shifts with three different families. These goodbyes are emotional for me after getting close to families over a few months, though they’re really “see you laters” as I love keeping in touch for years to come.

One of my moms wrote the sweetest card for me, and when I read the words, “You are the rock the waves crash on - so strong and steady,” I got tears in my eyes. What a compliment, and her words are a gift that I will treasure forever.

It’s such an honor to be able to support parents in those early weeks when those waves feel overwhelming, with long nights, feeding challenges, physical recovery, and much more hitting all at the same time. The opportunity to be a calming presence when things feel hard is not something I take lightly, and it’s one of the many reasons I have the best job in the world.