“When is this baby going to come?” I think that’s a question that many expectant moms ask themselves as they approach the end of the last trimester. It can be […]
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Ahren comes over and asks me if him and Julia can play outside. Immediately I want to say no, but then I take a step back and ask myself why […]
What Science Says About Mood, Bonding, and Postpartum Grief Why Feeding Choices Affect a Mother Emotionally When discussing breastfeeding vs bottle-feeding, most conversations focus on the baby’s nutrition and long-term […]
I’m happy that there is yet another study showing that homebirth is a viable and safe option for many women.I am soooo looking forward to the day when this will […]
A friend sent me this inspirational thought today and I thought I would share it with all of you. I know it helps me to remember that some contraction is […]
Pregnancy is a transformative journey, but it often comes with physical challenges. From backaches to labor contractions, finding safe, natural pain management is a priority for many expectant parents. While […]
Hi Everyone, This story comes from a blog called Peaceful Parenting. I love it. Skin to skin touch is magical. As if that isn’t amazing enough. I just came across […]
Stress A lecturer, when explaining stress management to an audience, raised a glass of water and asked, ‘How heavy is this glass of water?’ Answers called out ranged from 20g […]
If you’ve ever stepped into a mom and baby yoga class, you’ve likely seen a quiet, magical moment where mothers transition from movement to stillness, focusing entirely on their little […]
As a step toward their goal of educating women about their choices and options during the childbearing years, Birth Matters Virginia solicited short videos about evidence-based maternity and delivery care. […]
Hi Folks, The results of this study aired on ABC news recently. I wanted to include the actual Dutch study that the news report is based on, however I could […]
For some women, childbirth is a fearful event, but it needn’t be. As a natural childbirth instructor, I’ve seen how hypnobirthing techniques help moms-to-be release fear. When women use these […]
Is vaginal breech birth safe? If you are sitting in front of your computer right now, you likely just discovered that your little one has decided to hang out in […]
I call my sister… “What are you doing?” Would you like to come over and watch ladybugs with us?” a note of desperation in my voice. We’ve been at this […]
Ultrasound Safety in Pregnancy: Why “Entertainment” Scans Carry Risks Expectant parents are often the most diligent researchers. From ensuring they meet the recommended folic acid targets to avoiding certain foods, […]