

Resources for Birth Partners: Dads, Friends, and Loved Ones
This post is dedicated to ensuring that you have access to all of the best and most current resources for helping your loved one navigate the end of pregnancy, the unpredictability of childbirth, and the up’s and down’s of postpartum.

Vaccination Resources for Expecting & New Parents
Routine childhood vaccination is a hot topic, as there tends to be very polarizing viewpoints on the subject. By compiling all of these resources together, it is my hope that you will be able to come to a decision regarding vaccination not by coercion or fear, but by true informed consent.

To Circumcise or Not to Circumcise… THAT is the Question!
There are a number of topics that my clients often ask for more information about, and one of those particular topics is circumcision.

Considering Becoming a Doula?! Read this first!
I wanted to share some of my favorite resources with you guys that will help turn your passion for all things pregnancy, birth, and postpartum into your dream career!

Ann Morris Doula Services: Featured In...
Over the last few years working as a doula, I have had the honor of being interviewed by a number of incredible organizations, entrepreneurs, podcasters, and magazines. Check out the descriptions and links below to learn more about my professional journey as a business owner, my personal birth stories, and the many reasons why I am passionate about serving pregnant and postpartum families.


Debunking 5 Commonly Held Myths About Doulas!
In this blog post, I am going to break down each of these commonly held misconceptions with the hope that I will bring to light the truth about what doulas DO and DON’T do.

A Doula's Baby Registry Faves!
As a birth and postpartum doula, a question I oftentimes get asked is, "Do you have any suggestions for what I should put on my baby registry?" And my answer is always "yes!"

5 Ways to Make the Holiday Season Memorable with your 0-3 Year Old. 🎄
To help make this holiday season with your little one as memorable as possible, I want to share 5 ways to make these next few weeks as memorable as possible now, and for years to come.

Welcoming Fall, the Sunshine State way! Ideas for celebrating the change in seasons around Sarasota.
As we approach the middle of October, in an effort to help Sarasota newbies, natives, and longtime locals alike find some ways to embrace the changing of the seasons, I have compiled a list of some fun, family-friendly (albeit hot!) ways to celebrate.

The Birth Location Bag Checklist you NEED!
Your due date is fast approaching, and you want to feel as prepared as possible - so you start to pack your birth location bag. But, WHAT do you bring?! Packing your bag can be one of the last things on your to-do list before your baby arrives, and I want to help you take any of the guesswork out of it!

10 Questions & Answers from YOU!
In an attempt to do a variation of those reintroductions that are all too common on this platform - I recently posted a question box in my stories, prompting you guys to ask me some questions! These are my favorite ones I received.

Top 10 FAQ’s About Pumping!
The idea of pumping can be a be an overwhelming venture, especially for a first time mom. So, I’ve rounded up the top 10 FAQ’s about pumping and asked my friend Jennifer Chivas, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, for her input! If you are a pumping mama or plan to pump in the future, then this post is for you!

Pregnancy Resources - Books, Podcasts, & Apps... Oh My! 📚🎙📱
The amount of information available for expecting moms and dads on the internet these days can be overwhelming (to say the very least!) so I have taken the guess-work out by compiling a list of resources! If you are pregnant, here are my go-to book, podcast, and app recommendations.

My Favorite Sarasota Spots!
More often than not, whenever I post about a new or favorite spot around town, I get a question or two about it from locals or people planning to visit the area. So, in the spirit of sharing is caring, I have compiled a list of some of my favorite places in Sarasota and the surrounding areas.

Birth Doula Team FAQ's + Answers
Well, the news is officially out! And if you aren’t sure what I’m referring to, then I’ll spill the beans here too - I have decided to join forces with another amazing doula, Nicky Quick!

Q&A with Montessori/OT Mama, @bringingupbabe!
I not only work as a Birth and Postpartum Doula, but also as a Montessori Guide at a local Montessori School. My undergraduate degree is in Elementary Education with a specialization in English. Yet, upon discovering the Montessori method after graduating from college, I began training to become a Certified Early Childhood Educator with a Montessori program in New York City.

What’s in my Doula Bag?
To help you better get to know me as a doula, I wanted to share with you guys what is currently in my doula bag!

Attempting a Natural Birth? Read this First.
When you go into labor, a lot of how you cope with contractions comes instinctively. The following list is not exhaustive. There are many, many techniques that are not included here, including the ones that will come naturally to you in the moment.