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New Podcasts for everything Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond…
Greetings All, After 31 years in this field, teaching, doulaing, training, owning a birth center, training with Ina Mae Gaskin (the ultimate midwife) and working with the medical field of ob/gyns, nurses, midwives etc… I have now been able to gather my years of information and experience to bring it to you, women all around the globe. Watch for our first coming this Fall. It is a different world now when it comes to Birth, and we need to understand the body, what to expect, our challenges and choices, techniques to...
read morePostpartum Newborn Home Help is here for you!
All You Need To Know About Postpartum Home Help Care Services Birthing a child is one of the most exciting events in a woman’s life, but that also comes with a lot of stress and responsibility. Well, if you are going through this stage, you must know that this is a pretty common situation that can be easily taken care of. All you need to do is ask for postpartum home help care services, which are incredibly beneficial for both women and babies. Typically, a woman faces a lot of changes—both physical and emotional—after delivering a child....
read moreWater for Labor and Babies: Use Water for a Peaceful, Happy Labor!
Water for labor and to prepare for and/or birth in is truly one of the most beneficial ways to experience labor and help bring your baby into the world. Why Women Choose Water for Labor & Birth Being pregnant makes our bodies become awkward and achy. When you go into labor, immersing yourself in a warm pool of water or even the shower, reduces a lot of the back, leg, and tummy pain you’ve been living with for the past few months. Once you immerse your body in the warm water, which usually is heated between 95 and 100 degrees...
read moreDoula care, a short story
There have been many women all around the World who want to help other women with pregnancy, labor & birth. What a blessing, to have a woman be kind, patient, nuturing and help guide us through this special time. Birth is a Celebration of Life, not a Crisis...
read more2018 – (3) New Health Benefits
Welcome 2018!!! The previous year went by so fast, even during pregnancy, time can fly as we prepare for our beautiful newborn. I would like to mention (3) new health benefits you can add to your lifestyle, or pay more attention to moving forward to help keep you happy & healthy, therefore keeping your family the same. Let’s honestly look at our water intake as this determines SO much of our health. It is recommened to drink 10-12 (8oz) glasses of water per day. Whether pregnant or not, this will help hydrate the body, hydrate the...
read morePostpartum Yoga Asanas for Moms & Babies
So ladies, baby is here! How exciting for you. Breast feeding a lot and just a bit sore, tight & tired from the birth?Here are some advised postpartum yoga asanas to begin your stretching practice until MOMMY & ME at 6-8 weeks. Every Thursday at 11:00 am @ Prenatal Plus Yoga. Can’t wait to meet the babies. Friends with little ones are invited to join us. In order to reduce pain in your sciatica, particularly if your pain is caused by the piriformis, there are a few back stretches you can perform that originate in yoga to...
read moreNatural Remedies from Native Americans
Alfalfa: Relieves digestion and is used to aid blood clotting. Contemporary uses included treatment of arthritis, bladder and kidney conditions and bone strength. Enhances the immune system. Aloe: A cactus-like plant. The thick leaves can be squeezed to extrude a thick sap that can be used to treat burns, insect bites and wounds. Aspen: The inner bark or xylem is used in a tea to treat fever, coughs and pain. It contains salicin, which also is found in willow trees and is the foundation ingredient for aspirin. Bee pollen: When mixed with food...
read moreThe Benefits of Placenta Encapsulation
As a soon-to-be mama, you care about the ongoing health of your baby—during and after childbirth. But even more so, you know your own health is just as important throughout your pregnancy, as well as after you deliver. Most of us prefer natural remedies when it comes to achieving optimal health as a mother after childbirth. This is exactly why so many new moms are engaging in placenta encapsulation. What Is Encapsulated Placenta and Is it Good for You? During gestation, the placenta surrounds the fetus and facilitates the flow of nutrients...
read more4 Ways to Have a Pregnant Stress-Free Holiday Season
Holidays bring visions of cheer and laughter, food and warmth, family and friends. But we all know that the holiday season can be as stressful as it is festive. As moms, moms-to-be, or both, certain expectations fall on us to make everyone else’s holiday season special. We don’t often remember to think about how we feel as long as our loved ones are happy. Pregnancy already comes with unique physical and emotional stresses, so it’s vitally important to acknowledge your limits during the holiday season. To eliminate stress, do only those...
read moreA Healthy Diet to Reduce Swelling, Water Retention, and More During Pregnancy
Eating for two (or more, for the multiple moms) can feel overwhelming with all of the tips and information overload out there. You’re probably already experiencing swelling, water retention, andso much more; but you want your babytoget the best nutrition in the most beneficial way that still supports an easy pregnancy. Of course, you may already be eating a healthy, nourishing diet for you and baby, but there are certain foods that increase the risk of edema (swelling during pregnancy). Eliminating these kinds of foods, drinks, and seasonings...
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