Back to Back and Overlapping Births: How to Navigate a "Birth Bender"... Episode 124

😅 What happens when you’re called to two births at the same time—or you’ve just walked out of one birth and another client needs you? It’s one of the most stressful and tender realities of doula life… and one we don’t talk about enough. In this episode, Melanie sits down with experienced Doula, Breastfeeding Specialist and Educator- Sarah Cole to explore how to navigate overlapping labors, backup doula support, emotional boundaries, and the unexpected timing that birth loves to bring. We discuss: Signs clients may need support earlier than expected How to prepare families for backup support (without fear) Staying grounded through the stress of double call moments Releasing guilt + trusting the team around you Real stories + lessons from being pulled in two directions Whether you’re a new doula building your systems or a seasoned birth worker refining your boundaries, this conversation offers practical wisdom, emotional validation, and the reminder that you don’t have to do this work alone. Tune in + let’s raise the questions that strengthen our practice, our confidence, and our community. 🎙️✨ The Educated Birth toolkit binder is a trusted resource for doulas, birth workers, and educators. Created by Cheyenne Varner, it includes 155+ pages of inclusive, illustrated education covering pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum — designed to help clients feel informed and supported. Get 10% off with code " TOLABOR" at EducatedBirth.store – Care deeply. Teach clearly. The ToRAISE Questions Doula podcast offers thoughtful, unfiltered conversations for doulas and birth workers who want to deepen their knowledge, elevate their practice, and uphold the integrity of birth work. Each episode features insights from experienced professionals in the field, helping you grow with intention and purpose. Questions, feedback, show ideas, want to be a guest? We want to hear from you! → Email: melanie@tolabor.com → Instagram: instagram.com/tolabor → Facebook: facebook.com/toLabordoulas Interested in becoming a Doula? Visit our website for more:

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Back to Back and Overlapping Births: How to Navigate a "Birth Bender"... Episode 124 is an episode from toRaise Questions Doula Podcast by Melanie Russell.

This episode is 64:45 long.

This episode was published on Oct 30, 2025.

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