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What is the Cascade of Interventions?
For the mothers who hope for a low-intervention birth experience, the cascade of interventions is something to be aware of. In the United States, cesarean rates are 33%, however, the…
The Early Labor Signs You Need to Know
Recognizing the signs of early labor can help ensure you don’t mistake false or pre-labor with true early labor! And remember, you may not experience all of these possible early…
How to Soothe a Fussy Baby FAST!
Babies are fussy often because crying is the only way they can communicate with us for a while! But what do you do for a fussy baby if you don’t…
The Truth Behind Why Midwifery Care is Growing
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of home births rose by nearly 20%, from about 38,000 homebirths in 2019 to more than 45,000 in 2020! (Source) However, the rates…
Rooming-In Versus Keeping Your Baby in the Hospital Nursery
On Instagram, I stumbled across a mother who was frustrated that the hospital she just had given birth at didn’t tell her they had a nursery where she could send…
7 Breastfeeding Positions Every New Mom Should Know
At the beginning of your breastfeeding relationship, it may take some experimenting to find the best breastfeeding positions that work for you and your baby! Then, as your relationship goes…