There is no doubt that exercising during pregnancy can be difficult to accomplish. You are TIRED, so very TIRED! You just want to sleep. It is hard to take a walk when every step makes you want to puke. And it is really hard to even move when your sciatic nerve is acting up. With… [Read More…]
Archives for August 2017
Avoiding Cesarean: Childbirth Education Classes
Childbirth Classes – Why Do We Have to “Learn” How to Give Birth? In the current climate of obstetrics, it is incredibly important to enter your birth informed and empowered. Childbirth education classes are not necessary to have a baby but birth is much less scary when you know what to expect. A woman who… [Read More…]
How to Write the Best Birth Plan
Write the Best Birth Plan The day your child is born is very special. Take a few minutes to write down a birth plan so that your birth is unique and memorable. A well-written and well-received birth plan is a document that introduces the patient and her partner, describes the birth they are hoping for… [Read More…]
Avoiding Cesarean: What is a Doula?
The Definition of a Doula The word “doula” comes from the ancient Greek meaning “a woman who serves” and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during… [Read More…]
Avoiding Cesarean: Choosing Birth Providers and Birthing Facilities
Make Informed Choices about Birth Providers and Birthing Facilities One of a couple’s first and most important choices to make, once they have conceived, is in choosing their care provider. All providers of prenatal and childbirth care are not equal. Before heading off to the first person found on the internet, a couple should understand… [Read More…]
Avoiding Cesarean: Preconception Birth Plan
Evidence tells us that the events surrounding a conception can affect the outcomes of the pregnancy, birth and mother and baby’s health for a lifetime. When planning a vaginal birth, begin by planning the pregnancy with a preconception birth plan. An unhealthy conception can result in problems that will impact the delivery. Things like fetal… [Read More…]