How to Have an Unmedicated Childbirth in Five Easy Steps
It occurred to me recently that I’ve never shared my birth story on my blog. Then it occurred to me that really, no one…
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Pregnancy: When to Get Your Ass to the Doctor
Sure, I see a lot of dumb reasons to come into labor and delivery. I’ve even heard of someone coming in because their belly…
A Gentle Cesarean
It was my dream job to be a labor and delivery nurse, and I was lucky enough to work in a progressive, family-centered hospital…
Why Everyone Deserves a Doula
Before I had my kids I didn’t really know what a doula was. I thought they were hippies that rubbed you with patchouli, whispered…
Obesity: Shame & Blame Needs to Change
When I was asked to be part of the Talking About Obesity discussion, I wasn’t keen on the idea. After all, the last thing...
Is Cord Blood Banking Worth It?
At some point during your pregnancy someone at your OB’s office or at the bus stop might ask you what you’re doing about cord…
I Finally Found an Excellent Birth Course: and It’s All Online
I am approached to review birth classes A LOT. I’ve listened to a number of them and, while they are very good, they aren’t…
How an Awesome Doctor Gives a Shot
A reader passed this along to me and I have to admit I braced myself to watch it because I don’t like seeing babies…
