Unmedicated Birth What would you recommend to bring about these empowering, safe and unmedicated hospital births? I have two recommendations. First, CNMs in hospital-based practices need to continue pro-actively to promote, request, teach and … [Read more...] about Meet a Midwife – Gayle Riedmann CNM – Interview Part Two
Fertile Life
While looking for inspiration for a topic I came across a meetup group that was talking about having a fertile life. The concept sparked my curiosity. As usual, I consulted my guru Google and found a couple of references. Fertility seems to be a … [Read more...] about Fertile Life
Understanding Your Fertility
I knew my body so well that I could tell when I was going to ovulate. I got pregnant when I wanted to and avoided pregnancy as well successfully for 30 years. I tried other methods but my body knew better. Charting and tracking my cycles was a great … [Read more...] about Understanding Your Fertility
Acupuncture for Fertility
Many doctors used to tell their patients, who could not conceive, to take a two-week vacation. It is reported that half of them would come back pregnant. Always try the least intervention-oriented option first. When you hear about so many people … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for Fertility
Conception Through Balance: Part Two
By Julie Segall, Lic.Ac., Dipl.CH. (read Part One here) Lisa and David (not their real names) had been trying to conceive for five years. Lisa first came to see me just before she began using fertility medications to stimulate ovulation. After … [Read more...] about Conception Through Balance: Part Two