A free local event May 4, 2012, in Gainesville, in honor of International Midwifery Day.
International Midwife Day Event « indiegainesville.
A free local event May 4, 2012, in Gainesville, in honor of International Midwifery Day.
International Midwife Day Event « indiegainesville.
Thank god it’s birth story friday! This has got to be the cutest little family. Mom has got a serious Jackie O thing happening, dad is so in love and baby Simon, well, need I say more?
julie parker photography……delight in the little things!: Baby Simon~birth story.
The loss or impending loss of a pregnancy is a terrible experience to be faced with. I have partnered with Stillbirthday to ensure you aren’t alone. ***Caution to my pregnant mamas, Stillbirthday contains sensitive material about pregnancy and infant loss. Please avoid reading further if this may upset you.
Doulas reduce the labor time, reduce the need for medication, and reduce the need for Cesarean. Plus, there is the added bonus of a women there to support you.
The benefits of a trained doula are:
Studies have also shown:
Source: Klaus, Kennell, and Klaus, Mothering the Mother, New York, Addison-Wesley, 1993.
Numerous clinical studies have found that a doula’s presence at birth:
Research shows parents who receive support can:
Why the word “tear” is the scariest part about actually “tearing”. Any suggestions on a new word would be welcomed.
Saying No to Episiotomy: Getting through Labor and Delivery in One Piece | mothering.
Some may say it’s a placebo, but I say if it makes you feel good why not?
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