MY BODY IS AMAZING!
Over a 10-year period, I have gained and lost over 150 pounds! I have had 9 pregnancies and 6 deliveries! […]
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Family Life
WHY ASK WHY: THE IMPORTANCE OF LEGACY
Do you ever think about what you want your legacy to be? What do you want people to remember about
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GRIEVING THE LOSS OF THE MOM I THOUGHT I WOULD BE
August is a very rough month for me emotionally. Every year when it rolls around, if not consciously at first,
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DO I HAVE THAT “MOM” QUALITY?
Do I really have what it takes to be a “good” mom? What happens if the baby and I do
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LESSONS FROM MY CHILDREN
Perseverance My youngest is 1 and running freely through the house right now. The amount of development that happens in
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TO SCHEDULE, OR NOT TO SCHEDULE, THAT IS THE QUESTION?
“Create a Schedule.” I have read so many books on scheduling that I could probably teach a university course on
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PREGNANCY AFTER MISCARRIAGE: IS IT NORMAL TO WANT TO KEEP IT TO MYSELF?
Broaching the subject of miscarriage is difficult, but, let’s do it anyway. Miscarriage at any stage is devastating and my heart
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TIS THE SEASON TO CREATE NEW TRADITIONS (AND HOLD TIGHT TO SOME OLD ONES)
The holiday season is upon us. I’ve seen social media posts where Christmas trees were decorated early, and outdoor lights
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THIS CHILDRENS BOOK IS BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS ABOUT HOMEBIRTH
Young says that her intention for writing “Mama Says Homebirth” was to renormalize something that used to be standard practice
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Homebirth Resource for Midwives and Doulas
Respect the Mother’s Wishes and Preferences
Respecting the mother’s autonomy and honoring her birthing preferences are essential components of support during homebirth. Each mother has unique desires and needs, and it is crucial to uphold her choices throughout the experience.
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