Childbirth Information
The very best parenting method is…..
As I work with a lot of expectant families, one of the most common questions I get is “which parenting method do you recommend?” The…
To tweet, or not to tweet? Social media during labor
Most people would not dream of streaming their birth live on the internet or inviting strangers to be there as a piece of performance art.…
Birth Story Palooza!
Pregnant women all too often hear nothing but horror stories when pregnant. Just what every pregnant mom needs to hear. It’s become so much of…
Postpartum Snack Basket
With so much to juggle in the care of a new baby, and partners often going back to work earlier because they don’t have leave,…
Postpartum Doulas
Postpartum doulas care for the mother in the first few weeks after birth, doing light housework, providing information, hands on instruction and help with newborn…
Research the Research Headlines
Now, more than ever, there is so much misinformation out there about health. Falling for bad information about research studies can cause you to make…
When birth does not go as you’d hoped…
Can you think of anything worse to say to a mom who is opening up about feelings of disappointment or pain after a difficult birth?…
Confused About Early Labor?
Take a look at these screen shots, all taken from various pregnancy related sites marketed towards pregnant people within 5 minutes of each other. Notice…
Open letter to family supporting laboring moms
This letter was one I wrote to my brother-in-law when my sister was expecting her first baby over a decade ago. I recently found it…
Understanding Cesareans
Came across this fantastic infographic from Lamaze International. I really feel that it is imperative for all women to really understand the cesarean epidemic. Cesareans…
Recommended Reading
I highly recommend that you read at least two or more books on pregnancy and delivery. This way, you will start to see that what…
Annual Gift Guide for Pregnant People
It’s true, there are lots of pregnancy gift guides out there. The difference here is that I’ve chosen to focus on items for the one…