After Childbirth – Preparing for Your Newborn Part 2

  In my last post we talked about breastfeeding and some of the most common questions surrounding it. Now what about your newborns other needs? And just as important what about your needs?       Caring for Your Newborn   1. Describe some of the ways your baby would communicate to you that he [...]

Mayim Bialik: Why women shouldn’t fear home birth

Home births increased 20 percent over four years, according to new government statistics. Less than one percent of women give birth at home, but clearly there’s a trend toward natural births at home — even though doctors’ groups warn against it. Former “Blossom” star and “Big Bang Theory” actress Mayim Bialik has given birth at home, loved it, [...]

Home births: No drugs, no doctors, lots of controversy

**My Comments: I felt this was an important article to share because we as women need to be able to make the best decision for us.  Not everyone wants a VBAC and not everyone wants a c-section. (CNN) — Erin Riley immersed herself in warm bathwater, tilted her head against the tub and dozed in [...]

Childbirth Classes – What to look for?

Look for a comprehensive series that includes all of the information you need about pregnancy, labor, birth, breastfeeding, and newborn care. The best thing about attending a class is group discussion. Other soon-to-be moms will have questions that you never thought about and vice versa. Childbirth classes also allows you to meet other expectant parents [...]

Perineal Massage

What is Perineal Massage? Perineal massage is the gentle stretching and massaging of the skin between the anus and vagina (perineum) during the last few weeks of pregnancy. This massage has been shown to reduce the incidence of episiotomy and perineal tears during birth. Many women try to decide if they want their birth plan [...]

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