Here is one the most in depth and informative articles I’ve read on Group Beta Strep! Please read the Alternative options for preventing and avoiding GBS towards the end of the article. It turns out garlic destroys GBS when applied directly to the vagina! Taking probiotics strongly inhibits the growth of GBS by increasing the […]
Labor Research finally catches up with 20th Century! 6cm is the new 4cm! Important NEW research for any pregnant woman hoping for a vaginal delivery in a hospital. The OLD (1950’s) way of judging the progress of labor once the cervix dilates to 4 cm may be a major contributing factor to the our ridiculously […]
A birth doula is a trained and experienced labor support professional. She has a passion for empowering women and their families during pregnancy, labor and birth. Most birth doulas have attended both hospital and home births. Doulas support women and couples through all types of births. Studies have shown that a doulas presence produces more […]
Congratulations on your pregnancy and welcome to the exciting world of Expectant Parenthood! Choosing a Childbirth Class, a Birth Doula, a Midwife, an OB, a Hospital, Birth Center, a Pediatrician and/or a Postpartum Coach are just a few of the many decisions you get to make throughout your early parenting journey. There are many choices in childbirth […]
Yes, whenever possible! What is the definition of natural childbirth? Natural childbirth is pregnancy, labor and birth the way nature intended ~ free of drugs, interventions and augmentations. Natural childbirth is completely achievable in hospitals, birth centers and of course at home. Proper preparation (education, exercise, nutrition…) and various types of support are the […]
Take A Childbirth Class! 30 Reasons to Take A Childbirth Class To prepare for one of life’s most miraculous moments To learn about the many choices you have during pregnancy, labor and birth To stay healthy and low risk during pregnancy and birth To become a more informed pregnancy & birth consumer To avoid unnecessary […]
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