Creating the Perfect Playlist for an Empowering Birth Experience Preparing for childbirth can be an exciting and nerve-wracking time. As your due date approaches, you may be looking for ways
Home births in the United States have been steadily increasing in recent years, with more and more expectant parents choosing this alternative option for delivering their babies. According to a
Expectant parents can never truly understand the full scope of childbirth until they experience it firsthand. Reading up on what to expect during pregnancy can be helpful, however, nothing compares
Being pregnant can be a magical time in your life. Many mothers begin to envision all the joys of motherhood that lie ahead. However, it also comes with its own
Are you considering starting a family? Whether you’ve been contemplating pregnancy for a while or have just made the decision, it’s likely an exciting moment in your life! Getting pregnant
The process of giving birth is a multifaceted experience that brings about various changes, both physical and emotional. While the physical changes comprise intense contractions, dilation, and eventual delivery of
There is no such thing as a perfect birth control solution. There are other factors to consider, such as convenience, efficacy, and cost. Find out how to choose the best
Have you ever heard of “coached” or “spontaneous” pushing? Coached (or guided) refers to a technique in which your midwife, doctor, or doula instructs you on when and how to
It is well known that the American childbirth culture is very expensive with very poor performance AND little of what happens to birthing people in hospitals is evidence-based.
Health Insurance A Lose:Lose Situation for Consumers and Providers
When it comes to childbirth, high tech is not better than low tech. I have been privileged to attend many out of hospital births and many more in hospital births. Even a ‘normal’ birth in the hospital typically comes with continuous fetal monitoring and epidural.
My name is Fadwah Halaby and I am a certified nurse midwife serving families in
Can I have a vaginal birth if I already had a c section? The short answer is, “YES! YOU CAN!” While the long answer requires a conversation about various risks – risks of a VBAC, or vaginal birth after cesarean, AND risks of repeat surgery.
Let me tell you a story… Let’s talk about what’s wrong with the current Medical
