by Liza Janda | Jul 24, 2023 | Best Cesareans Possible Positive Birth Experiences, Labor |
10 WAYS FIRST-TIME MOMS CAN AVOID A C-SECTION DELIVERY A cesarean section should be a relatively rare way to deliver a baby. In the United States, over 32% of women give birth in an operating room. While a C-section may be the safest way to deliver under high-risk...
by Liza Janda | Apr 6, 2023 | Labor |
IS THIS LABOR? Here’s how you know that this is truly labor – If you are having contractions that follow a pattern, becoming progressively stronger, lasting longer, and occurring closer together, this is labor! When in doubt, think: LONGER STRONGER CLOSER...
by Liza Janda | Feb 17, 2023 | How To Avoid A Labor Induction, Induction of Labor, Labor, Natural Induction of Labor |
A Common Procedure? Labor induction has become a common procedure for women who are between 37 and 42 weeks gestation. Â It’s used when a woman hasn’t gone into labor on her own, or when doctors think it would be safer for the mother and baby if they...
by Liza Janda | Jan 3, 2023 | Anxiety About Childbirth, Aromatherapy, Birth Plans, Bradley Method, Coaching a Labor/Birth, Easier Labor & Birth, Essential Oils, Guided Imagery For Relaxation Practice, Hospital Bag, Labor, Labor and Birth Advice, Massage for Pregnancy and labor, Uncategorized |
Research Shows That Taking Childbirth Classes Has Positive Benefits: Better Outcomes for Mother & Baby Less Stress/Anxiety for Parents Increased Confidence Increased Satisfaction with Birth More Successful Breastfeeding What Do I Need to Learn in a Childbirth...
by Liza Janda | Jul 14, 2022 | Anxiety About Childbirth, baby, Bradley Method, Easier Labor & Birth, Labor and Birth Advice |
If you’re pregnant for the first time, I’ll bet you have been told some harrowing tales about childbirth. Some people just love drama! There’s nothing more exciting for some people than a horrible birth story to share with others. NO WONDER YOU’RE FEARFUL! In our...
by Liza Janda | Jul 20, 2020 | baby, Being Pregnant, Birth Plans, How To Avoid A Labor Induction, Induction of Labor, Natural Induction of Labor |
As long as you and your baby are healthy, it’s almost always better to let labor begin on its own. Yes, you’re uncomfortable. Yes, you can’t sleep. Yes, you’re over being pregnant! But just think about all the things that are happening...
