How to Eat More Fruit and Vegetables When Pregnant While you’re pregnant it is important to eat well for you and your baby. An awesome way to do this is to try new strategies to increase more fruit and vegetables in your daily diet? Increasing the amount and quality of living foods in your diet […]
[VIDEO] Please note: there is nudity during this home water birth of twins. This is the birth of Sarah’s fourth and fifth child/ren. They are 40w3d in gestation. Surrounded by three midwives, my husband, my three daughters, and other friends and family, Sarah enjoyed an amazing and wonderful planned home water birth. They are born […]
[Video] Enjoy this beautifully filmed birth of Emerson Isaac. He was birthed naturally at home, in water, while celebrated by family.
[VIDEO] I just love this home water birth video of “The Conscious Birth of Madison Rose.” Home Water Birth – Video I was deeply touched by the intimacy of this couple and the conscious care they took to set up an environment to birth their baby free of intervention and to have a normal, natural […]
Top 8 Tips to Deal with Pregnancy Stress Stress and pregnancy don’t have to go together. To decrease your risk of complications, you must find ways to relax and lower your stress levels. Here are eight tips to help you deal with stress during pregnancy: 1. Eat a healthy diet – For the health of […]
Stress During Pregnancy Pregnancy is a stressful time for many women. You may feel nervous about how your life is going to change. You may be worried about whether or not you’ll be a good mother. You might also be scared of childbirth. Pregnancy brings out lots of emotions – happiness, fear, sadness – all […]
What are the Earliest Signs Of Pregnancy? Your period is late, and you are dying to know, “am I pregnant?” The signs of early pregnancy can be remarkably similar to PMS symptoms, so taking a home pregnancy test is the only way to know if you’ve conceived. If it’s too early to take a pregnancy […]
Caffeine, Stress and Pregnancy
Caffeine, Stress & Pregnancy If you love your morning cup of coffee, you may be wondering, “how safe is caffeine during pregnancy?” This topic has been heavily debated in the medical community for decades. Although there is still no consensus on what level of caffeine is safe for pregnant women, research studies have found that […]
Back Pain During Pregnancy Approximately 70% of all women experience back pain during pregnancy. During pregnancy, back pain is a common issue for many women due to the weight gain associated with carrying a developing baby. Women on average gain between 11 and 40 lbs (though some may gain more or less) during their pregnancy. The […]
The Art of Pregnancy Massage Pregnancy massage (also referred to as prenatal massage) is recognized by many health care practitioners around the world and is backed up by research studies as being a very effective method to relieve physical, psychological and emotional stress in pregnant women. Pregnancy massage is the art of using the hands […]
Dangerous Foods To Avoid During Pregnancy
Top 10 Dangerous Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy (Warning: Do not consume these while pregnant) While these foods are not guaranteed to be dangerous, a pregnant mom has both herself and a baby to consider. Any one of the foods below is higher on the risky eating list because they have the potential to […]
So, you’re looking to find out What Not To Eat When Pregnant? When you’re expecting, your developing baby relies on you for his or her nutritional supply. Eating a balanced diet will ensure that your baby gets all the nutrients and vitamins he or she needs to grow healthy and strong. While you can eat […]
Controversial Yet Effective Technique Used to Stimulate Contractions In This Twin Home Birth
[VIDEO] Please note: there is nudity during this home water birth of twins. This is the birth of Sarah’s fourth and fifth child/ren. They are 40w3d in gestation. Surrounded by three midwives, my husband, my three daughters, and other friends and family, Sarah enjoyed an amazing and wonderful planned home water birth. They are born […]
Video – The Conscious Home Water Birth of Madison Rose
[VIDEO] I just love this home water birth video of “The Conscious Birth of Madison Rose.” Home Water Birth – Video I was deeply touched by the intimacy of this couple and the conscious care they took to set up an environment to birth their baby free of intervention and to have a normal, natural […]
Anemia in Pregnancy I experienced anemia during pregnancy. It was a bit of a shocker on a number of levels. One – I took prenatal supplements and ate extremely nutritious, iron rich foods while pregnant. Two – My iron levels were in good standing when I was testing in the first trimester. Three – No […]
Healthy Eating Lowers Risk For Preterm Birth in Pregnant Women
Healthy Eating Healthy Pregnancy A new Norwegian study suggests that pregnant women who eating a diet rich in vegetables, fruits and whole grains are more likely to have a lower risk of giving birth earlier than full term. This is an important issue because preterm births are the leading cause of neurological disabilities and even […]
Caffeine, Stress and Pregnancy
Caffeine, Stress & Pregnancy If you love your morning cup of coffee, you may be wondering, “how safe is caffeine during pregnancy?” This topic has been heavily debated in the medical community for decades. Although there is still no consensus on what level of caffeine is safe for pregnant women, research studies have found that […]
