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I am a mother of two, and birth doula of over six years. The content I publish comes from experience and study, but is not necessarily qualified by my role as doula. Please speak to your care provider before making any decisions about your care.
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Unassisted Childbirth in North AmericaA growing number of women are choosing not to hire a doctor or midwife, but to give birth at home by themselves or surrounded by family. This article discusses some of the reasons why, and things to consider if you like this option.
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Benefits of a Natural BirthInducing labor introduces a whole set of risks and consequences that make normal birth difficult to acheive, and can easily be avoided by letting a woman's body tell her when it is time, and these women are the most likely to have a good birth experience.
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Laboring and Birthing in WaterWhat is it like to give birth in water? Why are people doing it? Find out here.
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If You Have to Labor in BedWhat you can do if you are restricted to bed during labor and birth.
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Inducing Labor: Pregnancy and Induction FactsIn today's induction friendly society, the question becomes, why not schedule birth? Look here to find out.
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How to Prevent or Stop Preterm LaborPreterm labor and birth are complicated and challenging issues, even in today's sophisticated medical realm. As many as 12 percent of pregnant women experience labor earlier than is considered safe for their babies.
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Orgasmic Birth: Discovering Sexuality in ChildbirthOne survey showed that 21% of women experience birth as sexual. Find out how, and why more women don't.
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Prenatal Bed Rest: Indications, Research and ManagementOne in five pregnant women are put on bed rest. This article will tell why, if it works, and how you can live while on bed rest.
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Why You Should Eat and Drink During LaborThe history and current status of restricting food and drink during labor and birth.
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Inducing Labor with Cytotec: A Questionable PracticeA review of current reports and studies on the dangers of cytotec for use in labor induction.
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Swimming: An Excellent Form of Prenatal ExerciseHow pregnant women can benefit from swimming.
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How Giving Birth on All-Fours Could Be Better for YouStudies suggest that there are several benefits to laboring and birthing on all-fours.
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Is Computerized Labor Monitoring the Future of Labor Assessment?How a new method of assessing dilation and baby's position may someday replace vaginal exams.
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Breech Babies: Prevention and ManagementConsiderating the causes of the breech presentation, the multiple ways to turn them, and considerations for mode of breech delivery.
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Urine Analysis for Pregnant Women: A Helpful Key to Health and HistoryWhat care providers test urine for during pregnancy.
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Tocophobia: The Fear of ChildbirthHow to recognize the symptoms of childbirth fear, and how to dispel it.
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Benefits of Breastfeeding: A Look at What the Experts Are SayingThe varied ways that breastfeeding benefits the family.
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Tips for Helping You and Your Newborn Sleep Like BabiesHow to understand your newborn's sleep patterns.
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The Sitz Bath: Post-Birth Healing and Comfort for New MomsHow the use of water and herbal tea can aid in healing of vaginal childbirth.
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Understanding Cephalopelvic DisproportionA close look at one of the most over diagnosed indications for a cesarean section.
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Circumcision: To Cut or Not to CutArguments for and against the practice of circumcision.
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Breathing and Imagery: Relaxation for the PregnantA visualization exercise for women in the third trimester.
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Cesarean Sections: Increase in Procedure in the United StatesWhy the rate of Cesarean sections has gone up and what professionals are saying about it.
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Pain Medication's Role When a Woman Goes into LaborHere are some different aspects of the use of pain medications to consider for birth.
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Benefits of Perineal Massage in PregnancySpecific techniques on how to use perineal massage to keep the vaginal tissues intact during birth.
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Electronic Fetal Monitoring: Everything You Need to KnowA close look at one of the standard pieces of equipment used at the time of birth.
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Simple Tips for Nausea During PregnancyMorning sickness plagues many pregnant moms. Here are some easy ways to treat it.
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The Importance of Dietary Iron in PregnancyWhy iron is crucial to the health of a pregnant woman.
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Group B Strep: Infected Mothers are More Likely to Pass Problems to ChildrenAll pregnant women must choose whether or not to be tested for GBS, here are some considerations to make first.
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Birthing Options: Pregnant Women Have Many ChoicesPregnant women have many options when planning their births. These are a few common methods.
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Vegan Pregnancy and Your Diet: Best Sources for NutrientsGuidelines for basic nutritive health for pregnant women.
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Home, Hospital, or Birth Center Deliveries: What's Best for You and Your Baby?Here, I help you decide how to choose the place of your baby's birth.
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Birth Doulas: Giving Support and Comfort to Mothers-to-BeMore and more researchers and medical professionals are pointing to the benefits of having continuous labor support from an experienced female.