Benefits of Exercise during Pregnancy Being pregnant takes its toll on you. Fatigue, nausea, exhaustion, and that’s just to name a few. It’s no wonder, though, with all that’s happening to your body. Once we discover we’re pregnant we start
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Lactating? Skip the cookies and teas.
Lactating? Skip the cookies and teas. “I use oatmeal and tea to bump up my supply!” Lactation is a confusing subject for most new mothers. Societal barriers are preventing us from seeing it frequently and most women have no idea
How to “Trust the Process” in Childbirth
How to “Trust the Process” in Childbirth Trusting is a big word. We oftentimes say we trust others, but do not even trust our own selves. The nurturance of our babies and bonding that would be necessary in
Reframing the Circumcision Decision
Reframing the Circumcision Decision Circumcision is one of those topics many people wince at. It’s not the most comfortable topic of discussion. After all, why discuss foreskin when we could discuss car seats, strollers, decorating the nursery, and other lighter,
Breastfeeding in America- Student Article.
Breastfeeding in America- Jessica Young A society is only as good as it treats its weakest citizens, and in my opinion the weakest and most precious citizens are getting a poor deal. Breastfeeding is the normal and natural way for
Anemia Tips
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 your body. What are the signs and symptoms of anemia? • Fatigue,
What Herbs Are Good for Labor?
What 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 beverage; a
Nutrition Handout
Doula Handout Here is a helpful nutrition handout that students or parents can use. It is a PDF. This covers basic nutritional information. nutritionhandout
Anemia
This 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 your body.
Aromatherapy for Pregnancy and Labor
Aromatherapy 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 beautifully. I