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Healthy Pregnancy- 6 Reasons to See a Chiropractor in Pregnancy
The human body goes through many changes, especially during pregnancy – Daily! Chiropractic care can ease the changes your body must go through to grow a new little human. Since we have no control over the adjustments our bodies make in pregnancy, we simply let them...
41 Weeks Pregnant and Still Going – A Birth Story
(It’s long, but so was our birth!) 41+++ I couldn’t believe I had reached 41 weeks. I remembered that my mom gave birth to me and my brother late term. However, I thought the theory that I would have my baby late term as well was exactly that — a theory. In other...
8 Reasons You Need a Prenatal Yoga Retreat
Summary: Pregnancy is a beautiful phase of life. Prenatal yoga helps you prepare for your pregnancy and childbirth, while ensuring that your body, mind and soul remain strong and healthy. It helps you have an easier delivery. “Yoga means addition - addition of energy,...
Science-Based Reasons to Hire a Doula
Luckily, new moms can feel confident when receiving emotional and physical doula-support during childbirth now that it is getting recognition from the scientific and medical community. A mother who gives birth in a hospital under strict policies will more than likely spend a lot of their time coping on their own. A doula couch provides a reassuring and constant presence while offering support during labor.
21 Stretches For Yoga Haters
That first stretch after you wake up (or after sitting for a long time) has physiological benefits. Get some basic stretches – 21 of them – to do after every workout even if you can’t stand yoga!
The “Mommy Juice” Dilemma – Alcohol and Breastfeeding
I taught a breastfeeding class a couple of weeks ago. As usual, I got the same question I get every time I teach a breastfeeding class. “Can you drink alcohol and breastfeed at the same time?” Well, the answer is both YES and NO.
Not Mean to be Done Lying Down
Birth is not meant to be done lying down.
The Golden Boat Visualization
This guided relaxation is a great way to practice relaxation, so that when labor begins, your body will know exactly how to respond to the stresses of labor. Choose some relaxing music to play in the background. Relax and Enjoy.
Affirmations for Pregnancy and Birth
Prepare to listen to these affirmations by finding a comfortable seat or lie down and rest on your left side resting your head on a pillow. You can play Pandora or Spotify in the background if you like to have background music. Close your eyes and focus on your...
Pregnancy Nutrition Quiz
Pregnancy Nutrition Quiz (from the No-Risk Pregnancy Diet) Section I - Are the following statements True or False? 1. When a woman becomes pregnant, she should cut down on her salt intake. 2. A woman's weight gain in pregnancy must be controlled in order to reduce her...
