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Doulas Make a Difference for Dads
As a doula, I am often asked " How does a doula impact the role of my baby's father at the birth?" This is an important question. Other doulas may answer it differently, but here are my thoughts.One...
View ArticleBenefits of being Skin to Skin With Your Baby
This video about the many benefits of being skin to skin with your baby.
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Penny Simkin's Pregnancy, Childbirth, And The Newborn Is An Updated Classic...
It doesn't get much better than this ! Penny Simkin's updated classic text gets a makeover with an online companion guide with free worksheets to help you navigate your birth journey and arrive at your...
View ArticleReducing Infant Mortality : This Video Contains Life Saving Information
Reducing Infant Mortality from Debby Takikawa on Vimeo.If you are an expectant mother or work with them, this very compelling film is an essential resource for you and your clients. How many babies and...
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PREGNANT WOMEN "INHERIT" SOME CHARACTERISTICS OF THEIR CHILDREN
PREGNANT WOMEN "INHERIT" SOME CHARACTERISTICS OF THEIR CHILDREN Researchers Make Amazing DiscoveryBirthwisperer's Note : This is a summary of an article that I was given several years ago and I...
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Birth Shack BABY !
In honor of my dear friend Jane who gave birth to her beautiful breech baby boy at the Farm "birth shack" pictured above. I was her doula, Ina May was her midwife. And it was magical ! If you see a...
View ArticleThank You For Inviting Me To Your Birth !
Welcome to my world. A world of wonder and inspiration. A world that has forever stamped upon my heart the virtues of tenderness, compassion, courage and patience, like sealing wax. I cannot adequately...
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Renewing Our Minds and Emotions for A Better Birth Experience
One of the first things many people think about when the word birth is mentioned is the word pain. Pain is a word that, for many people, is synonymous with the word suffering. I think we can all agree...
View ArticleFor a Safe and Healthy Baby, Let labor Begin On It's Own
In a finding with implications for elective cesarean delivery, a large study has found that babies born at term but before 39 weeks may suffer more complications than infants delivered later.Although...
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Study Shows Formula Feeding Does Not Improve Sleep For New Mothers
A new study, published November 8th in the journal Pediatrics, looked at infant feeding methods and mothers' sleep and her ability to function after giving birth during weeks 2 through 12. The...
View ArticleHumble Birth
Today, I reflect on the nativity, the humility of the Lord's birth, and the patience and faithfulness of Mary and Joseph. It must have been extremely trying for them both to abandon themselves to God's...
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New Australian Research Uncovers Clues to SIDS
Research Uncovers Clue to SIDS A new Australian study finds that babies who sleep on their stomachs have lower levels of oxygen in their brains than those who sleep on their backs, suggesting that a...
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“Your Guide to Breastfeeding”
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has published, “Your Guide to Breastfeeding” and easy-to-read publication designed to provide women the information and support they need to breastfeed...
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Innovative Preemie Breastfeeding Program Goes Online
Innovative Preemie Breastfeeding Program Goes OnlineA UC San Diego Health System breastfeeding program supporting preemie babies is now online. TheSupporting Premature Infant Nutrition (SPIN) program,...
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FDA WARNING ON BENZOCAINE TEETHING PRODUCTS
FDA WARNING ON BENZOCAINE PRODUCTSThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has published a drug safety communication on oral benzocaine products used in infants for teething. Benzocaine is the main...
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I am proud to be a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. I am passionate about helping families experience safe and healthy birth. It seems that some people today spend more time planning a wedding or...
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Connie Livingston's insight on hospital vs. out of hospital childbirth classes
Connie Livingston at Perinatal Education Associates, explains the cost of prepared childbirth classes, and compares and contrasts hospital vs. out of hospital classes in this insightful post.Click the...
View ArticleBaby Led Breastfeeding ~ Put the baby in the "Breastaurant" and baby will eat !
This is a fantastic video about baby led breastfeeding.
View ArticleRhythm, Relaxation and Ritual helps women cope with childbirth
Penny Simkin discusses how to make the "3 Rs" work for you. Penny's contributions to the understanding of safe and healthy birth cannot be measured. She is a national treasure.
View ArticleHow Slow Dancing Helps Women Cope With Labor and Birth
Doula and Childbirth Educator, Penny Simkin, describes how slow dancing is helpful in labor and birth.
View ArticleJanice Banther illustrates a clever way to teach about epidurals.
Most expectant parents have no idea how many medical interventions are involved in epidural anesthesia. In this video childbirth educator, Janice Banther, cleverly illustrates that reality !
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Doula Shoes
Oh, To Be With You Is My Fav'rite Thing, Uh HuhAnd I Can't Wait Til, I hear that phone ring, Yeah, YeahI'm gonna Put On My My My My My Doula ShoesJust To doula for You, YeahI'm gonna Put On My My My...
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BODY, VOICE and ACTION Are Needed to Be BOLD in Birth By Teresa Howard
BODY, VOICE and ACTION Are Needed to Be BOLDBy Teresa HowardSometimes, women know they have fears regarding childbirth, but they won’t let themselves truly come to terms with those fears. Sometimes,...
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The Criminal Prosecution of Midwives Does Not Help Mothers and Babies in NCAre Doctors Charged With Murder When A Baby or Mother Dies ?Today I want to link to a heartfelt post on the BIRTH TRUE blog...
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