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
Acupuncture for Labor Induction
Guest Writer - Kara Canga-Arguelles, LAc Acupuncture seems to be gaining popularity lately. We see it often recommended for pain and infertility, but many people don’t know that it’s a safe, gentle, and inexpensive way to help induce labor. As a … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Labor Induction
Postpartum Planning
Many parents do a great job planning for the birth of their child. They research and educate themselves about midwives and doulas, childbirth education and more. They can be so focused on the birth that they may forget about the period immediately … [Read more...] about Postpartum Planning
Birth Doula Scope of Practice
A contact of mine, at a local hospital, called concerned about an incident regarding a conflict with a doula and a doctor. The doctor was very upset about something a doula told her client. One misstep can create a negative perspective on the entire … [Read more...] about Birth Doula Scope of Practice
Optimal Cord Cutting
Clamping the Umbilical Cord - Ina Mae Gaskin - Guide to Childbirth "The time of clamping off the umbilical cord after birth varies a good deal according to where the baby is born. Babies born at home or in birth centers usually have their cords … [Read more...] about Optimal Cord Cutting