You’ve probably heard of midwives primarily in the context of pregnancy and delivering babies. While that is a significant aspect of their profession, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the
Have you ever considered a home birth? If you’re pregnant, or if you’re considering becoming pregnant, you may have already heard of the many benefits of giving birth at home.
Expecting a baby is an exciting and life-changing event. With so much to think about and plan for, it can feel overwhelming to decide which type of birth and postpartum
It’s becoming all the more common to have a Doula in the delivery room. But should you, if you’re having your baby at home? Here’s when to hire a Doula,
Why more and more mothers are choosing natural home birth There are several reasons why women choose to give birth at home. When it comes to having a baby,
What is Pelvic Floor Therapy? The pelvic floor is a group of muscles and other tissues that form a sling-like hammock that supports the bladder, uterus, and rectum. Pelvic floor
Breastfeeding is a natural and healthy way to feed your newborn. However, it can be challenging for new moms to get the hang of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding tips and tricks can
Acupressure is a form of alternative medicine that involves applying pressure to specific points on the body. Acupressure is in practice worldwide for over 2,500 years, and it is still
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
