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Trust me . . . (Part 2)
How can I find a trustworthy provider? It starts with research. Talk to as many people as you can for recommendations. Ask specific questions about how they practice and what people did/did not like about them. Search online. Go to/call the … Continue reading
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Trust me . . . (Part 1)
Lately, I’ve talked to a few mamas about their birth stories and was perplexed by some of the recommendations their providers gave them. While I don’t know ALL the details and there could have been more to the story than … Continue reading
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Tagged birth, care provider, labor, maternity care, midwife, OB
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Birth Matters
I recently picked up a copy of the new book, Birth Matters: A Midwife’s Manifesta by Ina May Gaskin. Her practice was based on principles of prevention and wellness, as well as a focus on both the physical and emotional … Continue reading
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Risky Business . . . VBAC or ERCS?
Mothers who experience birth via c-section have longer recovery periods. In most cases, after 6 weeks or so, they can heal and move on with life. Unfortunately, for most, that isn’t the end of the impact on their lives. If … Continue reading
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Obstetric Myth – Your Care Provider is psychic!
I am very excited to present this guest post from Mama Birth, a fellow Childbirth Educator based in Northern California. She teaches in Ukiah and Santa Rosa and you can find class information and her blog here. I love this … Continue reading
So hard to find good help . . .
A woman recently inquired about doula services for her upcoming birth. She had some concerns about her doctor and wanted some extra support to try to achieve the birth experience she wanted. She explained that as the pregnancy went on, … Continue reading
