DAL COVID-19 Update 5/19/20Happy late spring Dar a Luz community! The weather is finally warm, the spring winds have mostly died down, and homeschool for those of us who didn’t choose that method of schooling is almost out for summer [insert large-crowd...

Community – This time of COVID has hit us all in different ways.  Dar a Luz has taken a financial hit.  We have also had unexpected expenses tracking down proper PPE for our staff, especially during births.  Since we are not a regular...

Activities for all ages while at homeTake a mini vacation to Virtual Disney World with 360 degree interactive rides, shows, and attractions! Discover the Pyramids of Egypt, take a virtual tour of the Smithsonian, or Orbit...

Dear Dar a Luz community, I wanted to reach out during this ever-evolving and uncertain time. As both a mother and a Lactation Consultant, I am keenly aware of the impact that the current Covid-19 situation is having on the families in our community....

DAL COVID-19 Update 3/31/20 Good evening Dar a Luz community. I hope this email finds you well and you’re able to keep yourself busy as our social distancing marches on. April is around the corner and spring is here (most of the time!). The flowers...

DAL COVID-19 Update 3/24/20 Hello community! We know many people are anxious right now, and we want to share some of our confidence and sense of purpose with you by keeping you informed about our maternity and gynecology care plan for you,...

As you are all aware, the novel coronavirus or COVID-19 has moved from an international virus to national and now local. As of March 14, 2020, New Mexico has 10 presumptive positive cases (meaning they have tested positive in NM and are awaiting verification...

by Amity McElroy, Certified Doula and Childbirth Educator It’s finally here: the last few weeks of pregnancy! You’ve spent months growing and preparing for baby. You’ve taken the classes, read all the books, and the nursery is set up. Now the...

Let’s Talk about Sex…(and Condoms, Lubricants, Toys and Tools) It can be challenging to find a safe space to talk about sex outside of the bedroom (if your bedroom feels like a safe space), over a beverage with a trusted friend, or on the exam...

When we think about PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) we often think of those who have survived severe abuse or war. We do not normally think of mothers. There are millions of women who experience birth trauma each year. It is estimated that approximately...