There are many wonderful choices for places to give birth. Being aware of the differences may help parents make informed decisions. I recently had a call from a mother looking for classes. We then talked about doulas and midwives. She had never … [Read more...] about Birth Place Options
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Honoring Birth
I wrote my book, Honoring Birth, to help inspire parents to research their birth options. Many don't know that there are options! While I promote only midwives I caution parents about assuming that all midwives are the same. They are not! Many … [Read more...] about Honoring Birth
Birth Dads Speak Out
BirthLink has been connected with Bloom Yoga, in Chicago, for many years! The homebirth meet up was held there for a long time. It ws a favorite, for me, because I get to see people face to face with their children. Four home birth dads came to share … [Read more...] about Birth Dads Speak Out
Inspired Life
Where does my inspiration come from? First, from the parents I know who are trying to balance work and life. I've said many times that parenting is the most important job on the planet. It is also the most challenging and rewarding thing we will ever … [Read more...] about Inspired Life
Highly Sensitive People & Parenting
When I was a very young child my father started telling me to grow up and stop being so sensitive! I was a child! How could I grow up any faster than I was? It took many years for me to figure out I was simply born sensitive and that is ok! I learned … [Read more...] about Highly Sensitive People & Parenting