BEGINS BEFORE BIRTH -- I once participated in an information night for the Swedish Covenant Midwives, at Bloom Yoga. There was a wonderful group of parents interested in learning about natural, or undisturbed, childbirth. When parents introduced … [Read more...] about Peaceful Loving Parenting
Medical Interventions – Risk vs Benefits
I have been working with parents and the birth community for many years. I am also an Asian medicine practitioner. My perspective on how to make informed decisions with regard to childbirth, and health challenges, is based on gathering information … [Read more...] about Medical Interventions – Risk vs Benefits
Celebrate Breastfeeding
In the US 85 % of mothers start breastfeeding shortly after the birth of their babies. By six months of age rates drop to 15%. There are many reasons for this. The lack of support for breastfeeding families is a significant factor. We don't live in a … [Read more...] about Celebrate Breastfeeding
Life Lessons for Mothers
Honor yourself as you honor others. The old adage says that people will treat you the way you teach them to treat you. This goes for partners, relatives, friends, and it goes for older children. Babies, of course, are pure need in the beginning, … [Read more...] about Life Lessons for Mothers
Work Life Balance
One of the biggest questions new parents face is – who will stay home with baby and how long? Even without advance planning I notice that many parents find creative ways to be the primary influence in their child's life. Many parents figure out how … [Read more...] about Work Life Balance