“My husband is going to act as my doula. What book should he read to prepare for that?” “The doctor diagnosed this, but I’m not sure he’s right. What do you think? Would you guys take this medicine?” “I don’t need to have a degree to know how to read a medical study. Anybody can […]
The Loss of the Expert Read More »
I get asked this question often. Why choose natural birth?? What does “natural birth” even mean? Does it mean a vaginal birth? An unmedicated birth? An unassisted birth? A birth in a forest stream surrounded by woodland creatures? (I’m just kidding. I don’t get asked that last question *that* often!) First let’s define some terms.
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This is a great prop to show what goes into a c-section. Often, parents think a cesarean section is just one cut, and they pull the baby out. I wanted a way to show my childbirth ed students that a cesarean is, indeed, major abdominal surgery. The doctor cuts through many layers, in multiple directions.
They cut through what, now??? (Anatomy of a c-section) Read More »
A couple of years ago, I posted a list of my favorite affirmations for labor and birth. I thought it would be fun to turn the best of the best into memes for all of you! Feel free to copy, pin, or right-click and save for your personal use. (Just please don’t use them for
Affirmations for Labor – 12 free memes for you! Read More »
