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...
06 Apr Tuesday Tip – Hot Socks!
This may sound like an odd idea, but trust me, it is worth the effort! Fill up a tube sock with dry rice or barley, enough to make a supple...
30 Mar Spontaneous Pushing versus Directed Pushing
In our prenatal yoga classes, a portion of time is devoted to abdominal toning- specifically the transverse abdominis. These are the deepest layer of the anterior abdominal muscles; the muscles...
24 Mar Tuesday Tip! The Birth Ball!
Prenatal Moms-to-Be…Be sure to get your birth ball and rock your hips on it regularly and you can bring it to the hospital, too! New Moms…when your baby is being fussy,...