Labour and birth can be likened to running a marathon. You wouldn't just rock up on the day and hope you make it to the finish line. You wouldn't prepare yourself mentally, but completely skip the physical prep.
Here are 16 tips to make labor easier and faster. The same exact tips I used to have an unmedicated and accidental unassisted homebirth.
Looking for ways to have a fast labor? I have a few ideas to share and I’m pretty sure one of them worked a little too well for me. I just gave birth a few months ago and I believe one of these ways to have a faster labor was the reason mine was
Learn practical tips to help you avoid tearing during childbirth so you can have a smoother delivery and recovery.
About 32% of pregnant women suffer with a specific pelvic pain called Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD). Are you one of them? Here's how to tell and get relief.
Preparing your body for pregnancy is of the utmost importance. There are lots of things you can do before even conceiving that can lead to a healthier pregnancy and easier postpartum recovery.
Essential oils can work to reduce pain, decrease stress and anxiety levels, as well as speed up the delivery process. Find out which essential oils to use for the easiest home birth possible.
What are the signs labor is 24-48 hours away? If you're at the end of your pregnancy you might be wondering how to tell when labor is only hours away!
A Facebook group that I am an Admin for has ‘Lives’ on pregnancy and birth topics every Monday evening (click HERE for details of the group!). Last Monday, Amelia Parkinson from Wonder Birthing and I spoke about the benefits of being active in labour and the best positions for birth. Th
Learn practical tips to help you avoid tearing during childbirth so you can have a smoother delivery and recovery.
The Mommy Pooch has always been a reference to the hanging belly that is "leftover" after you have delivered your baby. While some women are quick to lose the pooch by a couple weeks to
As a teenager I was extremely frightened of the thought of giving birth. My sister was pregnant when I was only 13 and my school decided to show us in a biology class a video
You made this baby as a team, now it’s time to birth this baby as a team. One of my favorite things about birth is that it provides partners to rebirth their relationship and come together in a new and profound way. Any partner who is involved with helping his wife birth a baby will be absolutely stunned by her power and grace. To have your husband support you through birth can be extremely healing and even has the capability […]
Once you reach the second and third trimester of your pregnancy, you're probably thinking ahead to delivery and you may even be a little anxious.…
Weight loss during pregnancy is not suggested, but it is essential to ensure healthy weight gain. Explore the safe ways to manage your weight during pregnancy.
What are the signs labor is 24-48 hours away? If you're at the end of your pregnancy you might be wondering how to tell when labor is only hours away!
There are so many ways to make the moment you tell your parents you’re pregnant a memorable one. The look on my mom and dads face when we told then I was pregnant was priceless. It’s a moment you won’t ever forget and you can make it even more special with one of
Your uterus starts to contract as soon as your deliver your baby and the placenta due to homrnal changes.But here are a few things you can do to help your uterus shrink back after birth
If you want to avoid tearing during childbirth, there are a couple of things you can do during your pregnancy to help you out.
Inside: Use these 13 techniques to distract yourself during early labor so you don't go to the hospital too soon! I rolled over restlessly as I tried to find a comfortable position in bed so I could fall asleep. All of a sudden I felt it...my water broke! Immediately my adrenaline kicked in and I
Labour and birth is one of the most physically and emotionally profound experiences of your life. Here are 17 natural ways to cope with labour and birth, so you can prepare and help yourself in labour to work towards a positive experience.
Tired of drinking water all day? Wondering what to drink while pregnant? This list of healthy drinks for pregnancy is so helpful for ways to stay hydrated and boost nutrition. Love these yummy pregnancy drink ideas!
These plus size pregnancy exercise tips will have you shaking your groove thang! Plus, being active during pregnancy can also help to reduce your risks.
This ultimate list of 33 things to do before having a baby includes everything you need to know before trying to conceive. New moms can use these tips to...
Yes. You read that right. I had a 24 hour labor with no epidural. In fact, I didn't use any form of drug or medicine for pain relief. But I did use quite a few natural labor coping techniques to survive labor with no epidural. I'll share my 10 secrets to an easier labor, so you know how to prepare for an unmedicated birth of your own. These unmedicated birth techniques helped me to have a healthy pregnancy, an autonomous birth, and the confidence necessary for surviving labor.
Epidurals are the go to pain relief for women in labor. But there are epidural side effects you really need to know about. Some of these will...
This article will teach you how to leverage exercise to prepare your body for labor, delivery and faster recovery.
Want to try to eat dates and help out your labor? Same! Here's one of my favorite date recipes for birth prep in those last weeks of pregnancy.
Skills you need to prepare for an all natural labor and delivery. Decrease and deal with the pain of labor so that you can have an all natural childbirth.
Want to feel ready and confident for your birth? Here's a list of 20 of the best online birthing classes available out there.
How to Have a Natural Hospital Birth Here are ten very effective ways to prepare and empower you to have a natural hospital birth
Everything you need to know about getting ready for your baby trimester-by-trimester.The ultimate pregnancy to-do list to help you get organised for your newborn.
How to make your own Labor Aid electrolyte drink for pregnancy, labor, and beyond!
Debating on getting an epidural?Planning for a natural birth, but need some reassurance on your decision to avoid the epidural? For most of human history, women have birthed without epidurals. But now, with them being so common, it really makes you wonder if there are any benefits to not getting an epidural? The potential risks of getting
When you are at the end of pregnancy you look for any signs labour is starting. You are so desperate. These are my 8 signs it is coming.
In this post, we’ll explore 5 of our favorite pre-pregnancy workouts, the benefits of each, and where to start if you’re just getting into the exercise game.
Relieve constipation in pregnancy for good! Oh, the joys of pregnancy… Heartburn, swollen feet, weird cravings, and constipation, to name a few. Constipation in pregnancy is particularly and is a very common compliant among pregnant women. Being swollen and bloated with a growing baby is uncomfortable enough, then add a sluggish intestinal track and you […]
Currently expecting and hoping to breastfeed your precious new baby? In search of all the best tips and tricks to help you prepare for breastfeeding? Breastfeeding has SO many benefits for both mom and baby. The properties of your breast milk can change to exactly what your baby needs at that time and also provides
Remember, birth affirmations are not just words; they are powerful tools that help you tap into your inner strength and connect with the transformative journey of childbirth. Embrace them, believe in yourself, and prepare for a positive and empowering birth experience.
Are you wondering if you're having a girl or a boy? Your body does react different when you're pregnant with a girl vs a boy. Learn what the signs of a girl are
I’ve been preparing myself mentally for my next birth experience and these 25 empowering birth affirmations have been my favorite. I practice reciting them to myself now, so that I believe in…
