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Pregnancy, birth, and parenthood is a time of innate change and questions. Please enjoy our library of evidence-based articles and practical tips to help support you on your journey.
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Considering Induction, Know Your Bishop Score
If you’re considering an elective induction or facing a medical induction, it may be helpful to know your Bishop Score. The Bishop score is a
5 Ways to Help Avoid a Cesarean
After a decade of an increasing rate of infants born via Cesarean section, the numbers
July 25, 2013
So You Had a Baby, Now What? Using food as medicine post-partum to help with healing and milk production
By guest blogger Abbie Gellman, MS – nutritionist, yogi, chef, and mother Having a baby
July 19, 2013
Using the Birth Ball In Labor
Among the many pain management tools one can use for labor, the birth ball is
July 16, 2013
3 Important Questions You NEED To Know!
A few weeks ago, one of my students, Rachel, talked with me with about a
July 9, 2013
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Society’s Expectations and the Stigma of Postpartum Depression
I grew up watching 80’s sitcoms, namely The Cosby Show and Family Ties, where it
June 21, 2013
Not Sure About Your Doctor? What To Do!
Recently after one of my Prenatal classes, a discussion formed between two students and myself;
June 13, 2013
Stabilize the Sacrum
To help identify if you are having SI (sacroiliac) joint pain, you can palpate your
June 4, 2013
Partner Work Works!
For the mother to be, pregnancy can feel like a constant state of awareness of
May 28, 2013
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Eating During Labor Should Not Be Forbidden
In the movies and on TV, laboring women are often depicted as panting, sweaty and
May 21, 2013
Maternity Practices in the United States
Last weekend in our Prenatal yoga teacher training, we were discussing the homework the students
April 30, 2013
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Going Green With Baby
This week we celebrate Earth Day! But why not make honoring the earth and a
April 26, 2013
Meconium Happens!
What is Meconium? This thick, blackish-green tar like substance is considered your baby’s first stool.
April 11, 2013
Ina May Gaskin on the Human Impact of Hi-Tech Birth
Yet again, another wisdom filled video from renowned midwife, Ina May Gaskin
April 11, 2013
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A Positive Voice From Our Community!
Here is just a brief email I received from one of our students. Please enjoy
April 2, 2013
Spring into warmer weather with Open Hips! video from Deb
A short hip opening sequence from Deb to carry you into Spring.
April 1, 2013
Your Doctor’s Birth Plan
I recently met with a couple for a private childbirth education class. When we started
March 28, 2013
Relax & Restore to Stay Healthy! with Deb at PYC
Beat the flu season and enjoy this rest and restore sequence with Deb!
March 25, 2013
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Who Do You Want With You During Labor?
Renowned midwife, Ina May Gaskin, describes a phenomena called the Sphincter Law in her book
March 21, 2013
Guest blogger Rachel Cedar: The Bedtime Routine Star Chart
Rachel Cedar is the founder of You Plus 2 Parenting & Beyond the Basics of
February 26, 2013
Dying to Have a Baby?! US is ranked 50!
Take a close look at this chart about maternal mortality and you will see the
February 20, 2013
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Inspirational Birth Pictures
I love writing about birth related topics hoping to inspire, excited and create thought provoking
February 14, 2013
Getting Warm in Winter! video with Deb
Generate some warmth with this gentle flow practice.
January 31, 2013
3 Common Aches and Pains of Pregnancy and How to Address Them
Many women encounter some sort of discomfort during their pregnancy. Here are a few examples
January 29, 2013
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High-Risk Pregnancy and Yoga
A new study, “The Effects of Yoga in Prevention of Pregnancy Complications in High-Risk Pregnancies:
January 18, 2013
January 8, 2013
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