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Having a Natural Birth in a Hospital

WebDid you know that having a natural birth in hospital is not unlike a Tough Mudder Challenge (Tough Mudder is an endurance event series in which participants …

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The Non Stress Test

WebThe non stress test measures your baby’s heart rate over about 20-30 minutes in the last few weeks of your pregnancy. It’s called "non stress" because during …

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Gestational Diabetes

WebSome Good News. A recent study published in the Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders suggests that the practice of Mindfulness not only significantly …

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The Birth Sling Gentlebirth

WebFor centuries, women used to give birth in upright positions with the use of ropes and trees to get support. Indigenous women all over the world still have their babies this way. The …

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Melatonin and Labor — GentleBirth

WebPart 1 (get ready to geek out even more in Part 2) and Part 3 of the series. Oxytocin tends to get all the credit for labor and birth, but recent exciting research is …

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The Best Position For Birth Is Not What You Think It Is…

Web1. Lying on the back with feet in stirrups or legs being held (lithotomy position) see image below. 2. Lying on the back with the head of the bed raised (semi-sitting). A …

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Eating Dates During Pregnancy

WebMore and more women are eating dates during pregnancy. They have antibacterial properties and support the functioning of the kidneys, brain and other …

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Perineal Massage in Pregnancy

WebLet’s start with the basics. Your perineum is the area between the bottom of the vaginal opening and your anus. Research suggests that massaging the perineum …

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Red Light Therapy and Pregnancy Wellness — GentleBirth

WebThis demand can lead to discomfort, fatigue, low mood and other pregnancy-related symptoms especially if you weren’t in peak health before becoming pregnancy. …

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Labor or Birthing Lube

WebMineral Oil or Johnson's Baby Shampoo as a Birthing Lube? The other circumstance to consider is the common (and very strange) use of Johnson’s Baby …

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The Definitive Best Pregnancy Apps: Dive into 2024's Must-Have …

WebOverall Well-being - Mindfulness: The pregnancy tracking app not only provides objective data on baby's development but also serves as a guide for integrating …

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Placenta Encapsulation: Myth or Miracle

WebPlacenta ‘medicine’ has emerged as a ‘remedy’ for all that ails you postpartum (and apparently in menopause too). Out of curiosity, 13 years ago I encapsulated my …

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Third Stage of Labor Decisions

WebIf a mom has had a straight forward healthy labor and birth evidence suggests a natural 3rd stage is a reasonable option. A 2012 study from NZ suggested that women …

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20 Reasons Why The GentleBirth App is the Best Hypnobirthing App

WebGentleBirth is hands down the best pregnancy app available. Yes of course I’m biased but I challenge you to find another pregnancy tracking app that includes the …

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Why 'Winging It' Might Not Be the Best Approach for Your Labor

WebEvery so often I’ll come across a discussion online about prenatal classes and the question of ‘do I really need them’? Any health care professional that works with …

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Unlocking Your Career with Doula Certification — GentleBirth

WebMoreover, with the growing demand for doulas, there is a vast potential for career advancement and growth. As certified doulas gain experience and build their …

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C-section Parents

WebC-section Parents - Coping with Grief. Oct 27, 2021. Tracy Donegan. This article may bring up strong emotions if you’ve recently learned of unexpected changes to …

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