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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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What is a “natural birth”???
Originally posted August 2010 I was recently interviewed by a graduate student for a project in a women’s health class. She was very bright and asked a lot of great questions; some I answered quickly and some I am still … Continue reading
Pain and Perception
As I’ve been preparing this week for Monday’s Pregnancy Coaching Call, I have been doing a lot of reading and reflection on the topic of pain in labor. We will be discussing some of the theories about pain that attempt … Continue reading
Birth. It’s as Safe as Life Gets
Here is a guest post from Maria Pokluda, a doula and childbirth educator based in Texas who blogs at Belly Up. She shares an interesting perspective on the safety of birth. While it’s important for us to prepare and do whatever we can to minimize our risks, … Continue reading
Big Baby
A young family in British Columbia recently welcomed a new baby into their family. He was a big baby . . . over 13lbs. He was not born by cesarean and his mother did not have any drugs during labor. … Continue reading
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"Active Birth" by Janet Balaskas
� Janet Balaskas ironically subtitles her excellent book: “The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally”. She advocates that laboring mothers use upright and active positions, which may seem like a “new approach” in the world of modern obstetrics, but actually … Continue reading
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"Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth" by Ina May Gaskin
Another of my book recommendations is “Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth”. This is a very unique and wonderful book, as it appeals to emotion as well as intellect. Ina May is a legend in the field of midwifery and has … Continue reading
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