You’ve probably seen the list of the mandatory items to toss in your birth bag, but if you’re hoping to incorporate some more natural goods into your birth experience, read on for all the deets!
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The majority of pregnant people experience some degree of tearing during delivery, with perineal tears being the most common form. Although tearing is common, that doesn’t mean it is normal or beyond prevention!
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Preparing for what happens after baby is just as important as preparing for how they enter the world. The fact is creating your postpartum experience prenatally only leads to a more positive experience after birth.
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As a doula, I think of myself a little like Mary Poppins’ bag – full of resources that can help ease your transition to parenthood. One resource that tends to get used over and over? Essential oils! I recently shared my top oils for pregnancy, birth & beyond over at Mother Muse Magazine.
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i recently chatted with my client/single mama by choice/overall boss babe alyssa garrison from random acts of pastel. we talked about all things doula life & i even shared my favourite smoothie recipe.
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the holidays are right around the corner (seriously - where did 2018 go?) & that means it’s time for all things holiday shopping. between baby registries and prenatal appointments, putting together your own wish list might have fallen to the wayside.
thus, here is the official 2018 birth boss holiday gift guide for the mama-to-be.
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No matter how much positive manifestation and prenatal prep you do, life just happens. Your tiny human is its own person with their own plans on how to enter the world. That’s why I’m calling on all you mamas & papas out there to throw out your birth plans and bring in a birth vision board instead.
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Pelvic floor health is a hot topic in the health and wellness community, but what does it mean? First off, the pelvic floor is made up of layers of muscles that serve as a hammock in the pelvis. These muscles are key in supporting the pelvic organs, which helps out with sexual, bladder and bowel function. Focus on the five elements below throughout your pregnancy to reduce the likelihood of pelvic floor dysfunction after baby.
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