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GBS in Pregnancy: Risks and Prevention
Group B Streptococcus, also known as GBS is a type of bacteria that naturally inhabits the large intestine and can move down to the rectum, vagina, and urinary tract. In…
The Breastfeeding Sick Mom Survival Guide
How does being sick affect breast milk supply? What can help as a breastfeeding sick mom? If mom is sick while breastfeeding, will baby get sick? Do breastfeeding moms get…
Benefits of Breastfeeding Sick Baby
Breastfeeding a sick baby is fantastic for feeding and comfort. In this post we’re jumping into breastfeeding when baby is sick, “can breastfeeding while pregnant make baby sick?,” how breast…
Lung Development and Practice Breathing in the Womb
Practice breathing in the womb is also known as “fetal breathing movements” (FBM). Practice breathing is essential for fetal lung development and helps your baby prepare for life outside the…
Read This Before a Biophysical Profile!
Welcome to Birthing Balance! Are you a pregnant mama wondering about the special tests, like the non stress test fetal examination, that can be done to check your baby’s well-being…
Nipple Stimulation for Labor Induction
Breast stimulation and nipple stimulation have historically been used to induce and speed up labor in many different cultures around the world. Let’s answer your questions on “can pumping induce…