Wikipedia - “A caul or cowl (Latin: Caput galeatum, literally, "helmeted head") is a piece of (amniotic) membrane that can cover a newborn's head and face.[1] Birth with a caul is rare, occurring in fewer than 1 in 80,000 births. The caul is harmless … [Read more...] about Born in the Caul
Daughter’s Birth Story – Guest Writer – Mom
Conceived on the first try, I knew this baby would be special. We found out the gender at 10 weeks and we were surprised to learn it was a girl! With this pregnancy; I underwent the usual routines done during pregnancy. I was 26 going on 27 at the … [Read more...] about Daughter’s Birth Story – Guest Writer – Mom
Empowered Birth Story – VBAC – Baby #2
I knew with this pregnancy; I wanted a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). I wasn’t interested in anything else. I also knew I wanted a water birth at home especially due to my first hospital birth experience. With my first pregnancy, I still … [Read more...] about Empowered Birth Story – VBAC – Baby #2
Dangers of Soy Infant Formula
I was a single working mother. I had more than enough milk but due to lack of information I started supplementing with formula while still breastfeeding. I didn't think about it or do any research. I'm guessing that I just went along with the crowd. … [Read more...] about Dangers of Soy Infant Formula
Extremes According to Asian Medicine
In my opinion, we live in a culture that loves extremes or excess. If a little of something is good, perhaps a lot will be better! Not according to Asian medicine. When a new client comes to see me, in my shiatsu practice, I request that they abstain … [Read more...] about Extremes According to Asian Medicine