Birth planning and setting up birth preferences can be a daunting task. To some, it may seem as simple as filling out a template that may or may not be provided by your medical team. As a doula of 18 years, birth plans are the main tool to ensuring...
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People often comment on how “cozy” my office is. And while office decor is not one of the skills they teach in midwifery school, it is not unimportant. Clients are...
Conception and vitamins —do you know what to look for in a prenatal vitamin to support fertility healthy and healthy pregnancy? Learn the science of why micronutrients are so important...
Why is hydration so important during pregnancy? You know the saying water is the source of life? That is never more true than when you are pregnant. Just as it’s...
Exercise throughout a healthy pregnancy is generally safe for most women. Learn more about how exercise during pregnancy can benefit both mom and baby and what types of exercise are...
Pregnancy puts extra demands on your digestive system. From morning sickness to occasional constipation, learn more about the causes and remedies for common pregnancy complaints.
What to eat during pregnancy A healthy diet is always important but it is essential when you are pregnant. Nutrients from the foods you eat cross through the placenta and...
Pregnant and having trouble sleeping? Learn how pregnancy affects your sleep and how to get a better night’s rest, plus why sleep is so important to your health and your...
How does stress affect you during pregnancy? Learn the many ways stress can affect your baby’s development plus tips on how to reduce stress and stay in control.
Learn what your body needs to support a healthy pregnancy and why. What to expect month by month as your baby grows and your nutrition needs change.
What to look for in prenatals, when you’re thinking of getting pregnant. Vitamin B12, D3, B6, A, and E. Choline, iron, zinc, probiotics in multivitamins. Folic vs. folate.
Why you should consider taking a probiotic supplement during pregnancy. Learn the benefits of probiotics for a healthy gut-brain connection and more.
Folic Acid vs Folate. Is folate folic acid? Active form of folate. Why is folate important during pregnancy? MTHFR gene variant, benefits of methylation.
What are the best vegan DHA supplements? Can I get DHA from my vegan diet? Why is DHA important during pregnancy? No Fish, No Fish Vegan Prenatal DHA
How much DHA should I take during pregnancy? Why take a separate DHA from your prenatal vitamins. What is the best prenatal DHA? Vegan, omega 3, choline.
Do you trust your gut? Have you been told you have good gut instincts? How about a gut feeling? As common as these expressions are, the time has come to...
Iron is essential for our bodies, yet low iron is one of the most common nutritional deficiencies. Low iron levels can leave you feeling physically tired and weak, impair mental function,...
Children change the way we look at things in so many ways. The very idea of getting pregnant begins to adjust your focus. Suddenly your nutritional needs matter more than...
Prenatal vitamins are for you, your baby and your grandchildren. Excellent nutritional support affects generations to come. Prenatal vitamins are literally a once-in-a-lifetime chance to provide your future children and...
Once you know you’re pregnant, so many things start going through your mind: your diet, doctor or midwife appointments, lifestyle habits, exercise, and, of course, the health of your baby.One...
Do you feel that your brain has changed? During pregnancy? After baby? Is mom brain real? New neuroscience research reveals that mom brain, also called “baby brain” is not only...
