It is not uncommon for women to be diagnosed with back labor during the third trimester of pregnancy. Birth and labor are both physically and emotionally demanding – just ask …
Birth Archive
You’ve been told you need a birth plan. You sit down to write one. What exactly do you write? How do you know what belongs and what doesn’t? What information …
The monumental arrival of your baby is approaching! As a photographer, I cannot help but encourage you to hire a birth photographer to capture these must-take pictures from labor and delivery. …
Will you or won’t you get an epidural? It’s a standard question you’ll get while pregnant so be prepared! Epidurals aren’t the only pain management option for women in labor, …
When you find out you’re pregnant with your first child, it’s all about you, your partner, and your precious new baby. If you end up having more than one child, …
Tears and episiotomies have become common during childbirth, leaving many women to wonder if they’ll need one during natural birth. Before asking if you’ll need one, it’s important to know …
Cesarean section (C-Section) is a medical intervention that some women must have when delivering. It can be intimidating when not knowing what to expect. All surgeries are serious and should …
Wondering what you need to know before you start breastfeeding? Here are what some moms wish they had known… 1. Breastfeeding Hurts Initially Danielle Koubaro via The Bump says, “Whether …
How to Prepare for Baby’s Photoshoot Our little ones will grow up much faster than we can imagine! After giving birth, before you know it your bundle of joy will …
Before the modernization of birth, a lotus birth was a natural way of life. Women naturally birthed their babies unaware of the benefits of the placenta that was attached. The …
You’ve probably heard of it. It’s been called the love hormone, the hug hormone, and the bliss hormone. But what is oxytocin? What is oxytocin? The oxytocin hormone is a …
As you move towards one the most life-changing events you will ever experience – giving birth – the abundance of information and advice can be overwhelming. It would be easier …
To epidural or not to epidural? That is the burning question for many mothers-to-be these days. Dear momma-to-be, Sign up for our newsletter and receive a FREE guide “The Most …
Although there are benefits of the epidural, there are just as many risks we often rarely hear about. These include numbness, headaches, and nausea, as well as back pain after …
Are you beginning to think about the intense experience that will be your labor and delivery? Whether you are trying to get pregnant, just discovered that you’re pregnant, or are …
As midwifery is re-emerging back into US culture, mothers are now making a personal decision for a water birth, or a home birth. Women are also interested in less painful …
Postpartum padsicles can be an important and useful tool for healing after giving birth. There are many benefits to using padsicles. The physical healing phase after birthing can be a …
Delayed cord clamping (DCC) should become health care providers’ new standard practice because of the huge benefits to Baby. Did you know that before the mid-1950’s, many babies were delivered by midwives …
Are you in the process of making a birth plan? Wondering about a birthing pool and want to find out more? Keep reading! Birthing pools can be a huge help during labor. Find out how so …
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) just released new guidelines that may benefit low-risk pregnancies. The ACOG recently published new guidelines urging health care providers to reconsider unnecessary medical …