Gut bacteria is the foundation of a lifetime of good health. Here are six tips for healthy gut bacteria in pregnancy and newborns. Written by contributor Erin Long When your baby is conceived she has a totally unique genetic make up, a mashup of you and your husband's DNA. You … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Promote Healthy Gut Bacteria in Pregnancy and Newborns
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Natural Remedies for Pregnancy Heartburn (Including My Unexpected Favourite!)
Heartburn is such an awful feeling, but while pregnant? That's just mean! Here are the best pregnancy heartburn natural remedies to find some relief! MY ESOPHAGUS IS ON FIRE. Or at least, that's what it feels like when the dreaded third trimester heartburn strikes. I'm writing … [Read more...] about Natural Remedies for Pregnancy Heartburn (Including My Unexpected Favourite!)
Why Having a Doula Was One of the Best Decisions I’ve Ever Made
Guest post by Molly Madonna Kehrer There are 1,001 choices to make during pregnancy, and they run the gamut! From baby registries to nursery decisions, it’s not hard to get caught up in the overflow of “to do’s” coming at us when we’re pregnant--especially the first time … [Read more...] about Why Having a Doula Was One of the Best Decisions I’ve Ever Made
7 Ways to Prepare for a Successful VBAC
Post by contributor, Erin Long In preparing for the birth of my first child, I basically skipped over everything to do with C-sections. I was young, healthy and my baby looked absolutely fantastic. I trusted my doctor and was delivering in Hungary, a country with a low C-section … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Prepare for a Successful VBAC
48 Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Birth Care Provider
Choosing a Care Provider Having a baby is one of the most amazing things a woman can do. It can also be the scariest. It's easy to worry about how you can afford a baby, if labor is going to hurt or who will take your insurance. One of the most important steps though, is choosing … [Read more...] about 48 Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Birth Care Provider
A Crunchy Parent’s Guide to Twins
Guest post by Naomi of Almost Bananas [Beth's note: this is a longer-than-usual post, but it's just so chock full of awesome info and tips, I didn't think y'all would mind! And, even though I'm not a twin mama, I found Naomi's tips and story fascinating. I'm sure you will too!] The … [Read more...] about A Crunchy Parent’s Guide to Twins
A Celebration of Birthing {My Blessingway Experience}
This past Monday I reached the 38 week marker. The evening prior found me reflecting on this pregnancy and the upcoming birth of this babe, surrounded by amazing women who spoke words of life and beauty over me, pampered me, and celebrated with me, sharing in love and life. The … [Read more...] about A Celebration of Birthing {My Blessingway Experience}
Hospital Birth vs. Home Birth: My Small-Town Dilemma
{20 weeks pregnant with number 3} ~ A bit of background: my first babe, our son, was born after being induced in a big city hospital and my doctor was the chief of obstetrics. I was a number being shuffled through a factory system, and I didn’t know any different. This was before my … [Read more...] about Hospital Birth vs. Home Birth: My Small-Town Dilemma