Childbirth Education
Episiotomy and Alternatives
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 30, 2010
By Joan-e Rapinewww.MohalaBirth.com
An episiotomy is a medical technology added to the hospital birthing scene. It is a surgical incision made in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening. Many myths exist about episiotomies, and despite recent research that proves this surgical cut unnecessary and unsafe, episiotomies are still extremely common in the United States (90% in the U.S. (Larson) compared to 16% in England (Maduma-Butshe)). Like any other surgery, episiotomy carries with it some risks along with benefits.
What a Womb Wants
Submitted by Aisha Oni - Her... on Aug 26, 2010
Aisha Alayande
The Healing Pot
Has anyone ever asked you "What a Womb Wants?", seriously posing the question in seek of an honest answer? In this society, it would seem as if our wombs were saying that they wanted to be bare, pierced, tatooed, tucked and scarred. When did we begin to look at our womb from the external position, not giving it accolades for being the center from which life is birthed? Is it's main purpose to accompany low-rise jeans or a trendy belt? Are we hearing from our wombs that immediate relief found in prescription drugs, processed fast-foods and toxic cleansers are worth possible infertility in the long run? And what do our wombs hear from our thoughts and communication with others ...
Choosing Euphoric Birth
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 16, 2010(as printed in Rogue Valley Parent, Mar. 2008)
For an ecstatic minute we watched as tufts of soft golden baby hair undulated in the warm water, then mom reached down to receive her new baby, birthed into her mother’s hands with a silent whoosh. …. A pink quiet moment of joy, mom and dad holding their 11 pound (!) baby girl, strong and alert from the start.
After five hours of active labor, free of distress or anxiety, free of any hard pushing, free of intervention… this mother’s description was “it just felt wonderful… it felt so good…. I just loved that.”
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Easier Childbirth Within Your Grasp
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 12, 2010By Jeannie Casey www.nashvillechildbirth.com
Doulas and Labor coaches provide physical and emotional support to women and their husbands before labor, during labor and after the birth. Here’s the story of how a Doula helped one couple.
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About Childbirth Educators
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Aug 02, 2010What is a Childbirth Educator?
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Building A Natural Birth Renaissance
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Jul 29, 2010by Jessica English, CD(DONA), LCCE
originally posted on cosozo.com
Tell people you’re interested in a natural birth, and they just might look at you like you’ve lost your mind.
originally posted on cosozo.com
Tell people you’re interested in a natural birth, and they just might look at you like you’ve lost your mind.
Hypnosis & Birth
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Jun 26, 2010BY Giuditta Tornetta CCH, CD
How Helpful is Hypnosis?
Hypnosis is an ancient form of healing that dates back to the times of ancient India and Egypt. It is still widely used in modern China instead of anesthesia for many surgical procedures. "Hypnosis is helpful to anyone who is going into medical treatment, because it helps the person stay relaxed and de-stressed," says Joanne Marrow, PhD., professor emeritus at Cal State Sacramento. The common outcomes of therapeutic hypnosis are: improved self-image and confidence, and a profound sense of achievement and empowerment.
How Does It Work During Childbirth?
Pregnancy Yoga: The Ultimate Exercise for Pregnancy & Birth Preparation
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on May 05, 2010by Patricia Grube
Women often wonder if they are able to continue exercise throughout their pregnancy. Provided the woman has received medical clearance from her Obstetrician or midwife, most pregnant women are able to continue some form of mild exercising up until the baby is born. According to Dr. William Sears, the best pregnancy exercises are swimming, stationary cycling, brisk walking, and low impact aerobics. Although these exercises are safe in pregnancy, please consult your doctor or midwife before you begin any exercise program.
Swimming is an excellent, all-body, activity which helps condition the heart muscle and increase oxygen intake to both mother and growing fetus. When a woman swims, belly down, throughout her pregnancy she is helping the baby obtain optimum fetal position as the heaviest part of the baby (back of the body) is encouraged by the hammock affect of this position. In addition, swimming helps to relieve back and hip pain as the weight of her growing body and baby are buoyant in the water. Stationary cycling and brisk walking are also aerobic in nature and by their very action of moving the femur bones, keeps the pelvis and hips limber in preparation for birth.
What to expect from HypnoBirthing
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Apr 24, 2010by Kate Sullivan-Berg, HBCE
HypnoBirthing The Mongan Method, teaches women and there partners to deeply relax about their birth. Women are made to give birth, their bodies open and gently birth without any need for stress or anxiety. We should breath with each surge and know that each surge is a gift bringing us closer to our babies.
Hypnosis for Childbirth: What Is It -- And Does It Work?
Submitted by Natural Baby Pros on Mar 25, 2010
By Kerry Tuschhoff, HCHI, CHt, CI
Mention the words “labor and delivery” to an expectant mom in her last trimester, and chances are good that her heart will begin to race and her mind flood with concern -- and in some cases, panic. She knows that the day is coming when a force much bigger than herself will take over and her body will govern itself completely.
For some women, birth is a very fearful event. For “hypnomoms,” it is merely a challenge.
What is hypnosis, anyway?
