Category: labor and birth information
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2 Techniques to Stay Grounded in the Moment in Labor Infographic
Start practicing these grounding techniques now so that they will be familiar when you are in labor.
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Non-Medical Pain Management Tips for Labor Infographic
These are just a few of the ways your doula can work with you to help manage pain in labor.
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5 myths about Cesarean births, and how your doula can help you
Did you know that in 2020, 31.8% of all births in the United States were Cesarean births? Whether you choose to have a scheduled Cesarean or a Cesarean is recommended after you have been in labor for some time, it is worth learning about this procedure ahead of time, and how the support of a…
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Addressing some questions frequently asked about VBAC (and any) labor and birth
Some of the questions I get asked most frequently by clients preparing for a VBAC are the same as the questions before a first-time birth: How can I handle the pain of labor? Which interventions should I accept, and what are the pros and cons of the interventions I might be offered? How will I…
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Considering a VBAC? I’ve got your (V)back!
Lately, I have had an increasing number of clients looking for support with a vaginal birth after Caesarean (VBAC). I love working with clients in this situation! Here are some things to consider when deciding how you want to give birth following a Caesarean, and how to prepare for the experience. Ok, first of all,…