Tag Archives: Pregnancy

Famous Women – Blog Carnival

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Robin

It’s Women’s History Month and I  know that there are several women who I enjoy learning about because of how they changed the world for me.  My early days were consumed with the fascination of Elizabeth Blackwell, MD, reportedly the … Continue reading →

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But Why is VBAC so Important?

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Danielle

I am sure that I am not the only person to ask myself this with the announcement of the National Institute of Health VBAC Conference announcement.  But unlike most, I know more than my fair share about VBAC after having … Continue reading →

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Healthy Eating During Your Pregnancy

Posted on January 3, 2010 by Danielle

I can certainly say, when I got pregnant with my oldest, I thought pregnancy was a free ticket to pig out and live on junk food, but I quickly learned through my reading, that is not the case at all!! … Continue reading →

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The Infamous Cascade Chart

Posted on November 17, 2009 by Danielle

Be empowered by your birth, no matter how you birth!
If it is a bad experience, help to educate others so they do not go through what you did, so they can avoid the pain or heartache you have dealt with! Continue reading →

Posted in Cesarean Section, General, Hospital Birth, Induction, Informed Consent, Labor and Birth, Midwifery, Obstetricial Interventions, Postpartum, Pregnancy, Prematurity | Tagged , , , , | 8 Comments

Chiropractic Care during Pregnancy

Posted on October 31, 2009 by Danielle

As one of my steps in helping to have a great birth, and avoid a cesarean section in a society where 1/3 of births are by surgery, I highly suggest Chiropractic care! Continue reading →

Posted in Birth Stories, Cesarean Section, Childbirth Education, General, Homebirth, Labor and Birth, Natural Childbirth, Pregnancy, Prenatal Care, Water Birth | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments