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Placentas…
A very thourough article about the vast cultural history of ingesting you placenta, courtesy of SQUAT Birth Journal Blog, for more information on encapsulating your placenta, contact me at redcedarbirth@gmail.com
forward facing carriers?
Great article demonstrating why children should not be forward facing in carriers or slings, here.
Choose Midwives
I firmly beleive that every woman should have the option to birth in whatever environment SHE feels most comfortable in. For some folks, that is the hospital. For others, birthing centers, and still others home. Each setting has its own risks and benefits, and each is a valid choice. Midwifery model of care is a great asset to the birthing mother, no matter what the setting.
Reasons to choose Midwifery care
(our midwife’s apprentice weighing the little dove at the 24 hour visit)
The truth revealed
What to expect, AFTER you have been expecting!
The postpartum baby bump- the naked truth! See the photos here.
Birth Photographers of the Year announced
Have you ever considered hiring a birth photographer? You might change your mind after these amazing photos!
Do you know a photographer in your area? My favorite is Tiffany West (of Direction Studios). Follow her link to see some of our homebirth and midwifery work as well!
That very first hour…
Lovely over view of the great symphony of hormones immediately following birth. Try to imagine it in Dr. Odent’s accent if you can!
Need a little help with that accent? Try it this way!
Stems Cells & Delayed Cord Clamping
What is the latest research on umbilical cords? One camp says cut early and save the cells, the other says, give em to the baby! Read more here
Common Breastfeeding Myths, debunked!
Expecting and moms alike are surrounded by TONS of information about nursing, from friends, family, internet, media, strangers on the street- here is a great read listing some of the most common myths about breastfeeding-and the truths that can save your nursing relationship!
Doulas on the RISE!
Expectant mother’s turn to doulas for support! Also great tips for hiring and interviewing a doula! Read more here.
