Is the Natural Birth Community Shaming Women?
Photo by Darah Bridgeman of Hannah’s homebirth By Danielle, contributing writer We’ve all read the articles, I don’t need to …
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The Silent Struggle: A Look at Postpartum Anxiety and Panic Attacks
My knees knocked hard and my teeth chattered as I fought with every ounce of my being to quiet my …
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By Danielle, contributing writer The last few weeks of pregnancy can be a stressful time. You have so much to …
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As if forty weeks isn’t long enough to be pregnant, some women will have to wait even longer to have …
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Know the Risks: Pitocin
Photo by Light Affinity Photography, in loving memory of angel baby Layla Harvatt. By Danielle, contributing writer Today, 40% of …
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Should pregnant women take probiotic supplements? This was the question I asked my OBGyn nine years ago when I was …
ViewKnow the Risks: Epidural
Photo by Light Affinity Photography, in loving memory of angel baby Layla Harvatt. By Danielle, contributing writer Many of the …
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By Danielle, contributing writer The standard model of birth care in the United States looks like 6 months, and maybe …
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Know the Risks: GBS Test
There are many interventions offered as you prepare to deliver, be educated on the benefits and risks of each. In …
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Physicians are inducing labor earlier and earlier. Is this a good idea? Learn why you shouldn’t induce labor too early. …
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I’m Kate, mama to 5 and wife to Ben. I love meeting new people and hearing their stories. I’m also a big fan of “fancy” drinks (anything but plain water counts as ‘fancy’ in my world!) and I can’t stop myself from DIY-ing everything. I sure hope you’ll stick around so I can get to know you better!
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