I have to say that the 30 years I have been assisting parents in planning their births has been more rewarding than I ever imagined it could be. I've work with many, many parents to help them understand their birth options on all levels. Not only … [Read more...] about BirthLink Celebrates 30 Years
Traditional Midwifery, The Traditional Way
Midwifery Today - Lois Wilson A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, I was taught the art and craft of midwifery through study, apprenticeship, and mentoring. It was the mid-1980s, and the landscape of birthing in America was quite different … [Read more...] about Traditional Midwifery, The Traditional Way
Stay Home as Long as You Can
by Jill Gliha, BirthLink Board Member Part Four of a Six Part Series - Empowering Hospital Birth When at home you are comfortable. You can sleep. You can eat. You can shower. You can poop. You can walk around etc. etc. etc. Your body and it's … [Read more...] about Stay Home as Long as You Can
Fearless Birth
BirthLink Interview: Jennifer Barron Fishman, Sweet Pea’s Yoga Studio, Chicago 1. What do you think are the top challenges facing the birthing community? The main challenge I see facing the birthing community is fear. Fear of trusting your … [Read more...] about Fearless Birth
Midwife Betrayal
It is difficult to assess how a midwife will practice until it comes time to give birth. I recommend that all parents learn enough about the birth process that they can conduct an intelligent interview. I provide the parents I meet with lists of … [Read more...] about Midwife Betrayal