Share this postWhat Herbs Are Good for Labor? by Demetria Clark Any type of intervention is an intervention. As a mother or practitioner, one has to decide what level of intervention is appropriate. An herbal tea can be a nutritional
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Hydrotherapy-Student Article
Share this post Hydrotherapy by Lisa Oberstadt Hydrotherapy is the use of water to relieve discomfort and promote well-being. Doctors realize the benefits that water can bring, especially when used with exercise. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC, 2013) recognizes
A Labor Companion for the Modern Age- Lindsay Schneider
Share this post A Labor Companion for the Modern Age Dou·la \ˈdü-lə\ noun Etymology: Modern Greek, female helper, maidservant, from Greek doulē female servant A woman experienced in childbirth who acts as an advocate and provides information, emotional support, and
5 Reasons BAI Rocks! Doula Certification
Share this post5 Reasons BAI Rocks! Doula Certification, Certified Doula! Birth Arts International (BAI) is a birth worker training organization. We train and offer Doula Certification, Postpartum Doulas, Childbirth Educators, Lactation Educators and Midwife’s Assistants, and we have since 2001. 1. At
Nutrition Handout
Share this post Doula Handout Here is a helpful nutrition handout that students or parents can use. It is a PDF. This covers basic nutritional information. nutritionhandout Share this post
Anemia
Share this postThis information can be used for handouts for clients. Anemia What is anemia? Anemia means you have low iron in your blood or “low blood.” Iron helps your red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of
Aromatherapy for Pregnancy and Labor
Share this postAromatherapy for Pregnancy and Labor by Demetria Clark Pregnancy has always been a time when I have been so thankful for my knowledge of essential oils and aromatherapy. I am not one of those women who carry
Pregnancy, Birth, Post Partum in Different Cultures- Student Article
Share this post Dawn Housos Pregnancy, Birth, Post Partum in Different Cultures Mexico The Mexican culture places higher than average importance on pregnancy and birth. Pregnancy Pregnancy is thought of as very respectable. The expecting mom is encouraged to
Tea for Two
Share this postTea for Two by Demetria Clark Nursing is one of the most powerful energy exchanges between two people. Mother and Child are connected at a deep soul level. Sometimes, though, busy lives, medicine, myths and measurements seem to
Expert Tips for Essential Oils at Birth
Share this postEssential Oils at Birth Demetria Clark When one uses essential oils in a Birth Environment make sure the Mother: 1. Smells the scent before using, each time you plan on using the item. This means every time