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Tips For Labor
To push or not to push? What are your options in labor? There is a lot of information floating around, for different methods of pushing, or no pushing at all. So I am going to compile the options, evidence, and my experiences right here for you and let you make an educated decision for you...
If you read part 1 of my blog, “How to Rock Natural Birth” – you’re already going to do so well with those simple and basic preparations! Part 2, the pro tips are for the moms that go the extra mile, and basic info isn’t enough. “Give me every tip you have!”  That’s what this...
Labor and delivery can be extremely daunting. We are counting down the days from the beginning, dreading the labor, but excited to meet our little one. But the thing is, it doesn’t have to be. You can rock your birth so well that the fear doesn’t resonate with you anymore. As a midwife, I have...
A rebozo is one of the more underutilized birth items that doulas rave about. This thing single-handedly has changed many people’s birth so drastically that they won’t even try going into birth without one. You’re going to want to bookmark this on your computer for later. A rebozo traditionally is a beautiful Mexican shawl, but...
Doula comes from the Greek word doulē meaning ‘female slave.’ It has come to mean a woman who is trained to effectively assist another woman in childbirth. This blog will explain what a doula is, why you might need one, and the benefits for mom and baby.  What Does A Doula Actually Do? A doula...