So, while the ice cream in the freezer may be calling your name, we know it’s important to take care of your body and to do your best to fill it with things that are nutritious for you and your baby throughout your pregnancy.

Here are 30 important questions to ask your midwife to see if you’re a good fit.

A doula is much more than a simple assistant in the birthing process. She is a calming source of support for the mother, that provides a positive impact on labor. She is professionally trained in childbirth and gives educational, physical and emotional encouragement from conception to post-partum care. Her primary focus is offering a safe and empowering birthing experience.