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5 Tips for a Natural Birth

A lot of moms fantasize about having a natural birth, but depictions of childbirth in the media give women an unrealistic expectation of what to expect. They go in to…

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Thankfully, episiotomies (surgical cutting of the perinneum, skin near the vagina to make the hole bigger for birth) are on the decline. Yet, some doctors and hospitals are still performing them. Use these tips to help prevent receiving an episiotomy.

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6 Tips to Avoid an Episiotomy

One of my biggest fears before giving birth was getting an episiotomy. Scissors near my vagina? No thank you! An episiotomy is when the perineum (the skin between the vagina…

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You will Poop (and it’s okay)

Giving birth is a labor of love. It takes time, effort and support. It's also messy. Blood, sweat, tears, amniotic fluid, urine, feces. It's just the nature of the beast!…

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Prepare for an easier and faster labor and delivery with these easy exercises. Easy and relaxing on the body, they are perfect for any pregnant mama to be.

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4 Exercises to Start Now for an Easier Delivery

Childbirth was not designed to be difficult. Watch any live birthing animal undisturbed and it is clear how much instinct kicks in and relaxed the animal is. This is in…

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Labor Massage Oil Using Essential Oils

Labor is intense - physically, mentally, and emotionally. Contractions can be a lot of work - but it's your body's way of readying both you and your baby for the…

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