22 Jun “Freezing” the Biological Clock
Guest Blogger: Ali Epstein Delaying motherhood is a common topic for discussion among women and their partners, especially in cosmopolitan areas like New York City, where ambition and high achievement are...
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15 Jun Study: Yoga During Pregnancy: Effects on Maternal Comfort, Labor Pain and Birth Outcomes.
I am a bit of a self proclaimed geek! I love to examine studies and findings that are related to childbirth education and prenatal yoga. I spend countless hours reading...
08 Jun U.S. Birth Practices: Are They Traumatizing Our Women?
In a recent Teacher Training weekend, one of the trainees opened up about a conversation she had with her father. When she started to share some of her new ideas...
27 May Video Blog: Dealing with Calf Cramps
Deb Flashenberg, founder and director of the Prenatal Yoga Center, talks about a common ailment of pregnancy, calf cramps. She discusses why it happens and what can be done to...
17 May Mommybites: Are You With the Right Doctor?
Who and how you choose your care provider will greatly effect the outcome of your birth. Many women choose to stay with the OB/GYN they have used for years for...
04 May Video Blog: Acid Reflux!
Deb Flashenberg, founder and director of the Prenatal Yoga Center, talks about a common alignment of pregnancy, acid reflux. She discusses why it happens and what can be done to...
04 May Tuesday Tip! “I Get By with a Little Help From My Friends”
During and after pregnancy are great times to call upon your friends for a little extra help. Mamas-to-be When you are at a loss of what kind of stroller to get or...
29 Apr Having the Birth You Want: Are You Setting Yourself Up For Success?
I recently attended a moving and incredibly supportive workshop for expectant parents and birth workers about VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and cesarean births. Choices in Childbirth, a well respected...
13 Apr Tuesday Tip! Water!
As the warmer days are finally upon us, it is important to stay hydrated, especially for new moms and moms-to- be. Make sure you drink plenty of water. Pregnant mamas: Did...
12 Apr Your Birthing History
Last night, a friend and I were discussing the different factors that help shape one’s perception of birth. There are so many influences that come into play: depictions of labor...