30 Jan The Physical and Family Preparation for “Baby Sister”
I would like to give a special shout out to two ladies that are helping my husband and me as we approach the birth of baby number two and our...
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24 Jan Is There A Relationship Between Childbirth Education & A Mother’s Satisfaction With Her Birth Experience?
An interesting conversation ensued the other day with a long time student. She mentioned that she didn't really like her OB. I asked her if she was planning on have...
06 Jan Conscious Relaxation
I recently turned the corner into week 33 of my second pregnancy. What once seemed way off in the future now lies ahead like a big bright neon sign...
10 Dec The Benefits of Craniosacral Therapy for Mothers and Children
Guest Blogger Ula Katsoulis, a PYC partner, explains Craniosacarl Therapy and its benefits for moms and children. What is Craniosacral Therapy? Craniosacral Therapy is a light, touch therapy that helps the...
06 Dec Everything you want to know about your water breaking!
"How will I know if my water breaks?" is a very common question I receive. Usually followed by, "What do I do if my water breaks?" Based on how often...
08 Nov Explore and Discover in Your Prenatal Practice
Guest Blogger Donna Takeuchi, PYC Prenatal instructor & mom, encourages students to explore and discover both on and off the mat. So much of what we do as humans is...
29 Oct VBAC: Interview With A Mother Facing A Decision
With a national average of 30% of US births being done via cesarean section, the decision to try a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) is something many women will face....
24 Oct Cesarean Birth and Its Recovery
Last week in Prenatal class we were discussing going into birth with an open mind and not being attached to a certain birth plan. I referred to this as having...
01 Oct TED Talk on Cord Clamping
If you have any questions about the benefits of delayed cord clamping, watch this very informative TED Talk. It is fascinating and exciting to learn of how this simple...
26 Sep How Movement Can Help You In Labor
Why is it that whenever I see a movie where a woman is in labor, the people taking care of the woman have her sit down, lie down or put...