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Articles by Demetria Clark
Pregnant Parents Need Us Now.
People who are pregnant right now are facing a fear that has only been imagined in movies. They have happy endings and a hero. We are now asking expectant parents to be their own heroes. In the United States, our
Covid-19 and Doulas
The following is information for doulas and birth-workers on Covid-19. We are Birth Arts International want to offer our students the most up to date information and care practices to assist them when working with doula and other types of
The pro’s and cons of writing a birth plan
The pro’s and cons of writing a birth plan Do I need to write a birth plan? I have had 3 babies and I didn’t write a birth plan for any of them. In retrospect, did I need to? I
8 Ways To Get A Better Night Sleep During Pregnancy
8 Ways To Get A Better Night Sleep During Pregnancy Many women struggle with sleeplessness in pregnancy. According to Your Pregnancy Week by Week, “nearly 80% of all pregnant women have trouble sleeping at some time during pregnancy” and “many
Benefits of Movement in Childbirth
Benefits of Movement in Childbirth Hi readers! My name is Marin Huskey. I’m a childbirth educator, mother and budding herbalist currently living in Tucson, AZ. I come from a large family, all born at home. I birthed my own son
What is a Postpartum Doula?
What is a Postpartum Doula? Bringing home a newborn harbors many challenges, whether it’s your first baby or your fifth baby. These challenges may be physical. They may be mental. Most of the time, they are a combination of both!
Infant Immunity
Infant Immunity When an infant is born, they do not have a complete immune system. Some of the mother’s immune cells can cross the placenta into the baby, however the majority of the infant’s immunity comes from its mother’s breast
Becoming “mom”
Becoming “mom” Pregnancy and birth are hard. The changes your body goes through growing a tiny person is nothing short of miraculous. If you are anything like me, you read every book, article, study and must-have baby item list you
Ancient Motherhood
Ancient Motherhood In this day and age, becoming a mother isn’t regarded as a rite of passage. At birth the focus of attention is shifted from the mother to the newborn and usually the mother is expected to take care