by Liza Janda | Dec 17, 2015 | Easier Labor & Birth, Labor and Birth Advice |
Do We Really Need More Cesareans? Yesterday, an article from The Washington Post appeared in our San Diego Union Tribune. “ Researchers believe that raising the World Health Organization’s recommended rate of C-sections beyond the current 10-15% could result in fewer...
by WP Management Team Dev | Jul 21, 2015 | Bradley Method, Healing From Traumatic Birth
The Monday before Ada was born, I woke up at 2 am with intense cramping. I couldn’t sleep, so I rocked on my exercise ball, applied a heating pad to my back, and snacked a bit. The contractions were painful, but I could easily talk through them....
by WP Management Team Dev | Jun 2, 2015 | Best Cesareans Possible Positive Birth Experiences, Healing From Traumatic Birth
In April 2011 I gave birth to my 3rd child, my first C-section. Four months after my C-section I found myself pregnant with my fourth child, due May 2012. Every baby is a blessing in my eyes, but I was scared and nervous about this pregnancy. The closeness of...
by WP Management Team Dev | Feb 6, 2015 | Healing From Traumatic Birth
During my first pregnancy, I was planning a natural birth. I had a doula and had been researching different natural birth options and different birthing positions. I felt SO ready. When we toured the hospital, I vaguely remember the part at the “O.R.” (operating room)...
by WP Management Team Dev | Feb 4, 2015 | Healing From Traumatic Birth
Use Peppermint Oil from Organic Aromas in a carrier oil, like coconut oil and smooth onto the top of the belly in a semi-circular motion or a rainbow motion. It has a cooling effect and can sometimes encourage baby to turn. Or use a combination of lavender and lemon...