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Midwives, Obstetricians and Doulas Midwives, Obstetricians and Doulas
What’s the difference, and how do I know which one to choose? What’s a Midwife? Midwives are basically the uncomplicated version of an OB/GYN. They are healthcare providers who deal with pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, postpartum care, and routine women’s care (i.e., pap smears, birth control, pelvic exams). They tend to take a more holistic approach than your typical OB/GYN, and are usually supportive of mostly unmedicated births or... What’s the difference, and how do I know which one to choose? What’s a Midwife? Midwives are basically the uncomplicated version of an OB/GYN. They are healthcare providers who deal with pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, postpartum care, and routine women’s care (i.e., pap smears, birth control, pelvic exams). They tend to take a more holistic approach than your typical OB/GYN, and are usually supportive of mostly unmedicated births or...
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What I wish I knew before getting pregnant... What I wish I knew before getting pregnant...
Hindsight is 20/20, isn't that what they say? 10 things I wish I had known before I had a baby Let me preface this with a disclaimer: this is just one experience. Moms everywhere experience pregnancy and birth and the “fourth trimester” very differently. This is just a list of the things I wish I had known before my little one came home from the hospital. Buckle up, because it’s... Hindsight is 20/20, isn't that what they say? 10 things I wish I had known before I had a baby Let me preface this with a disclaimer: this is just one experience. Moms everywhere experience pregnancy and birth and the “fourth trimester” very differently. This is just a list of the things I wish I had known before my little one came home from the hospital. Buckle up, because it’s...
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Best Equipment for your Pregnancy Workouts Best Equipment for your Pregnancy Workouts
All the best things to have on hand for pregnancy workouts AND what they’re good for! Since our last article went over squats and kegels, we decided to continue with the theme of prenatal fitness, and give you a list of equipment that will help you be more active during pregnancy! So, when you put down the snacks (because trust us, you’ll be snacking), have these things close by! 1.... All the best things to have on hand for pregnancy workouts AND what they’re good for! Since our last article went over squats and kegels, we decided to continue with the theme of prenatal fitness, and give you a list of equipment that will help you be more active during pregnancy! So, when you put down the snacks (because trust us, you’ll be snacking), have these things close by! 1....
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Squats vs. Kegels: Pelvic Floor Strength During Pregnancy Squats vs. Kegels: Pelvic Floor Strength During Pregnancy
And all mamas collectively shout, “I thought all I had to do during pregnancy was sit around, eat all the time, and grow a baby!” Well, yes and no. Before we get started, you must know, there is not a quick fix or one size fits all for prenatal exercise or health. Every mama is different and should be treated as such. A study published in the Research quarterly for... And all mamas collectively shout, “I thought all I had to do during pregnancy was sit around, eat all the time, and grow a baby!” Well, yes and no. Before we get started, you must know, there is not a quick fix or one size fits all for prenatal exercise or health. Every mama is different and should be treated as such. A study published in the Research quarterly for...
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Packing Your Labor Bag Packing Your Labor Bag
Labor Day is Monday! While we all know this day as a day of rest and relaxation from work, the name “labor” obviously stirs up different thoughts for the mom-to-be. Interestingly enough, September is in the top 3 for months in which the most babies are born!!! With that in mind, we thought we would […]
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Labor Day is Monday! While we all know this day as a day of rest and relaxation from work, the name “labor” obviously stirs up different thoughts for the mom-to-be. Interestingly enough, September is in the top 3 for months in which the most babies are born!!! With that in mind, we thought we would […]
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