The Midwives Of New Jersey
Serving Women, Honoring Birth
“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 …
You may have heard the term “epigenetics”, especially if you are our client here at the Midwives of New Jersey. But you may not know exactly what it is or why it should matter to you. Epigenetics is more than a scientific concept—it’s a reminder that the daily choices you make can help shape your …
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 …
Sleep Positions for Better Sleep During Pregnancy Pregnant women may sleep in whatever position is comfortable to them. You do not have to sleep on your side for your baby to be healthy. Restrictions in sleeping positions cause more sleep disruptions than pregnant women already have just being pregnant. Your body will tell you to …
We are excited to announce that we will be offering our very popular Childbirth Class Series to those in or around the Madison/Morristown New Jersey area. Our Childbirth Class approaches birth as a healthy and exciting challenge and helps couples prepare both mentally and physically for the birth of their child. This class is recommended for all expectant parents but especially first …
We are excited to announce that we will be offering our very popular Childbirth Class Series to those in or around the Morristown New Jersey area. Our Childbirth Class approaches birth as a healthy and exciting challenge and helps couples prepare both mentally and physically for the birth of their child. This class is recommended …
Most hospitals give newborns a routine bath in the hours after birth, which may seem like a simple, risk- free courtesy. After all, babies are born a bit slimy! However, there are many reasons that the newborn bath is perhaps the most harmful of all newborn procedures. Babies begin to establish a healthy microbial population …
Babies are programmed through biology and neurology to be born and to attach to their mothers. Gentle Birth assists in a baby’s ability to carry out what it has been programmed to accomplish. Drawing on over four decades of experience, Barbara will explore birth and the first hour of life from a baby’s perspective and …
For me, the conclusions found in the above article are simply common sense. Of course the baby is better at deciding its time of birth than we providers could ever be. Nature provides for good outcomes in most cases and we should be very cautious when intervening in the natural process of childbirth. Almost 10 …
“Imagine if our culture told us that birth was one of the greatest things a woman might ever do. Imagine if the stories and images we were exposed to taught us that labour is an incredible and transformational experience, a rite of passage into motherhood.” ~Leonie MacDonald Childbirth education has fallen out of favor for …
Most pregnant women are aware that there are benefits to prenatal exercise, including: lowered chance of c-section, less weight to lose after baby, improved self image, lowered risk of depression, joining in a community of pregnant moms, a healthier placenta and even shorter labors (one of the biggest pluses)! But what many soon-to-be moms may not know …
In case you missed it, the Today Show featured a fantastic segment on Home Birth on their #BornTODAY feature earlier this week. The feature stated that while home birth only constitutes about 1% of total births in the U.S., births at home have risen 50% since 2004! The Midwives of New Jersey are thrilled to …
Motherhood is a journey. One filled with bumps, hills, mountains and valleys, and lots of surprises. Summer was ending and we were getting ready for the first day of school. We had new outfits picked out and laid out on beds the night before, fresh haircuts, an earlier bedtime, and lunches packed with notes from …
Hey you! Yes, you…the new mom. You look tired. Haven’t slept much lately? Do you have questions on how often to feed your baby? Worried about nursing in public? Wondering what solids to start with? All these questions and concerns are totally normal for you to be having as a new mom. We have all …
While a growing number of pregnant women are becoming aware of the many benefits of seeing a midwife as their primary care provider, they may not be aware that new research reveals that choosing a midwife equates to better birth outcomes and less interventions! The study performed by the Cochrane Review revealed that “compared with …
Just thought we’d give you aheads up that we posted a new video to our YouTube page titled “Arrival of Ava June.” You can check it out on YouTube or visit our Videos Page and watch it there!
Midwives interfere LESS with the birth process overall, so they have equal or BETTER outcomes! Check out this great article- http://www.cfah.org/hbns/2013/birthing-centers-provide-equal-or-better-deliveries#.UZ6IDj-9Kc1 Comments from the Midwives of New Jersey: “Birth centers allow midwives to practice without the interference of unnecessary hospital procedures. The physician who comments in this article is very wrong to say that low …
This is a remarkable article written by an obstetrician! This is the kind of information and honesty women need to make safe choices for themselves and their babies! Read “Confessions of an Obstetrician”
