Childbirth Information
Birth by the Numbers
You’ve probably heard lots of different statistics bandied about when people talk about birth. It can be really, really hard to sort throug it all…
Podcasts for Pregnancy and Birth
Birthful Adriana Lozada’s goal is to help parents have a smooth transition to parenthood, and her podcast addresses many common concerns. Recent topics include preparing…
What’s Pelvis Shape Got to Do With It?
During the birth process, the baby passes through the pelvis. Many, many people worry about that whole process during their pregnancy. The good news is…
Know When to Go
Knowing when to go to the hospital reminds me a bit of the Goldilocks story. If you go too early, you risk being sent back…
Various viewpoints on consent
Some people think of informed consent as a two step process. The care provider tells you the information and you consent. That’s the quick and…
2012 Birth Photo of the Year Competition
The International Association of Professional Birth Photographers is hoping their annual “Birth Photo of the Year” competition. This year, they have over 150 entries! There…
5 Ways Parenting Teens = Doula Work
Earlier today, I mentioned to a friend on Facebook that parenting teens was a lot like doula work, and she wanted to hear more. I…
How to have a fast birth
A few days ago, the question came up on Facebook: “What can I do to have a fast birth?” It got me thinking… So here…
What to do if you think your water has broken
The first step is recognizing it. There are many ways it can happen: The second step is checking to see if there are any red…
A doula funny
Saw this on the internet and it made me laugh! How many doulas does it take to change a lightbulb? None. We don’t actually change…
My favorite moment at births
There are many things I love about births. I love seeing women be strong and powerful. I love seeing the relationships between partners and the…
There is a secret in our culture…
I have always liked the quote in the image above. I wish more women were confident in their strength. I’ve found that while many know…