Waterbirth is so normal to me that I feel odd when I catch a baby on land. I realize that is not the case for most people. Families have a lot of questions about why a land mammal would choose to get into a tub of water to deliver their baby. The safety for mom… [Read More…]
Why We Take Photos at Our Births. (Lisa’s take on Birth Photography)
When I am in labor, I am very modest and private. I really don’t want too many people watching me. But if I were to do my 4 births again, I would hire a photographer to document 4 of the most important days of my life. A medical student offered to take pictures when my… [Read More…]
I Love Cristen Pascucci
I love Cristen Pascucci. And I love every other person in this world who is fighting to Improve Childbirth for women and babies around the world. I really do. They share my same passion so I know that I am not fighting alone. Christen wrote the blog You’re Not Allowed To Not Allow Me and… [Read More…]
A Different Kind of H.M.O. (Human Milk Oligosaccharides)
We have milk in our blood! That continues to fascinate me after many years of being a Midwife and Lactation consultant. Not only is it delicious for babies, it is the PERFECT food for babies’ lifelong health. The Amazing H.M.O. (Human Milk Oligosaccharides) There has been much research into the complexities of human milk but… [Read More…]
4 Reasons Why More Pregnant Women Are Switching OB Providers (It’s Not Too Late!!)
1. You Want a Personal Attention and Relationship with the Person Who will “Deliver” Your Baby When a woman becomes pregnant, she enters into one of the biggest transitional times of her life. She understands that pregnancy requires some medical supervision but she also wants her provider to become a friend and confidant in this… [Read More…]
Congratulations Christina on the Birth of Baby Elliot!
Beginnings, How I met Christina I first met Christina Garlewicz 9 years ago when she transferred into our practice at the end of her first pregnancy. I caught her first 2 waterbabies 2 years apart. Not long after her second birth, Christina came to me and volunteered to help the midwives with any projects we… [Read More…]
Breast Cancer Hits Home – Our Lives, Our Births
Episode 4 of Our lives, Our Births focuses on breast cancer. Specifically how breast cancer has impacted the lives of our clients and our own midwife Cindy Redmond. We are so happy to have celebrated Cindy’s 5 years cancer free this month, coincidentally Breast Cancer Awareness month. We are so grateful to our client Beth… [Read More…]
Natural Delivery of Large Babies?
We had a huge Facebook response to a birth announcement recently. We posted that one of our clients had delivered her 10 ½ pound waterbaby without any difficulty. Many women commented on the fact that they too had given birth to their “big” babies without any problem at all. The Midwives of New Jersey want… [Read More…]
Women, Take Back Your Rights in Childbirth!!
Women’s Rights in Childbirth Are Limited Women’s rights in childbirth are very limited. Providers and hospitals are unwilling to allow women to choose things like monitoring the baby intermittently, laboring out of the bed, Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Section (VBAC), waterbirth or homebirth. Much of the concern is the liability associated with possible poor outcomes…. [Read More…]
Midwives of New Jersey, Waterbirth
Waterbirth information, facts and waterbirth photos and videos from clients at our practice.
Study finds that patience leads to better birth outcomes
Patience is a virtue and it also leads to better birth outcomes. Modern obstetrics needs to be cognizant of its interference in a normal labor. I have found in my own practice, the Midwives of New Jersey, that less is more. The more that we try to control the normal process of pregnancy, birth and… [Read More…]
Study Suggests Misplaced Fears in Longer Childbirths
A finding that epidurals are associated with a longer duration in the second stage of labor indicates that doctors might need to wait more time before intervening with drugs, forceps or cesareans. The wisdom of midwifery is constantly being proven by modern science. I am so happy that these “pearls” are now a scientific facts… [Read More…]
Epigenetics Event: Why you should join us – Video
Here is a video we made with a little more insight into the benefits of joining us for this event. Register here for the event.
Healthier Pregnancies, Healthier Babies
The Midwives of New Jersey are working hard to increase awareness about the effect that healthful living during pregnancy has on a babies health. Our guest Lecturer, Laurel Wilson we be speaking on the topic of epigenetics on Saturday January 25th from 9am until Noon. We have arranged to bring her in from the West… [Read More…]
Dr. Oz on Pregnancy Myths
I love this article! Please pay close attention to the sections on Epigenetics and weight gain in pregnancy. I hope to see you at our conference on Saturday the 25th of January. Laurel Wilson will be speaking about How to Impact your Children’s Genetic Potential for Health and about how our diet in pregnancy affects… [Read More…]
“Do you want a boy or a girl?”
“I don’t care, as long as the baby is healthy.” This is our response in almost all cases, even if we already have 4 daughters or 3 sons because we know that healthy children are the greatest prize in our life. And although health is a true gift from God, we cannot dismiss the impact… [Read More…]
Epigenetics and Your Baby’s Optimal Health!
You may have heard the term “Epigenetics” circulating about lately, especially if you are a client of ours here at the Midwives of New Jersey. But you may not know is exactly what it is or why it should matter to you. Most of us are familiar with the age-old nature vs. nurture debate and… [Read More…]
Epigenetics: How You Can Impact the Expression of Your Baby’s Genetic Potential
What: This must-see presentation unveils new research that demonstrates how mothers can positively shape the health and personality of their baby based on how they manage stress and nourish themselves during pregnancy. Mothers have an opportunity to create healthier, more stable mental health for their babies long-term, as well as to reduce the risk of… [Read More…]