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10 Natural Alternatives to the Glucose Drink in Pregnancy
The glucose drink in pregnancy is done between 24-28 weeks of pregnancy to test for gestational diabetes. However, more and more women are looking for natural glucose drink alternatives after…
Mindfulness and Guilt in Motherhood
In motherhood, I often ride a thin line between mindfulness and guilt. Keagan is going through a growth spurt, and I pride myself on being flexible yet mindful with technology….
The Most Influential Birth Choices You Have
You have two crucial birth choices: the provider and the place of birth you choose. These are the most impactful choices you will make to determine your childbirth experience and…
Does Breastfeeding Cause Cavities?
I know you’re here wondering does breastfeeding cause cavities, can breast milk cause cavities, or even, does breast milk prevent cavities? Let’s jump into “does breastfeeding cause tooth decay?” and…
Unexpected Ways Delayed Cord Clamping Can Make Your Baby’s Life Better
ACOG shares about delayed cord clamping (DCC), referring to only 30-60 seconds of leaving the cord attached after birth. Although this does help baby receive more of their own blood…
You May Not Reach 10cm When You’re Ready to Push
Fun fact: Not everybody is 10cm when they’re ready to push! But, you will know when you are ready. Some women become more than 10cm dilated, and some are less!…