Medical Induction
A medical induction is the artificial starting of labor. One of the most difficult things about birth is the unknown. When and how it will start is a top question that families often think about, especially as they near the end of pregnancy. Let’s discuss what the options are if an induction needs to be…
Earthside Birth Pool Rental
Are you planning to have your baby at home and want to give birth in the most beautiful tub? Look no further! The Earthside birth pool is the most luxurious and practical pool on the market. It was designed by mothers, just like you. It’s the perfect size, shape, and sturdiness for a home birth…
I’m Pregnant! Now What?
Yay! You are pregnant. Now what? Do you feel a little overwhelmed with what you are supposed to do after you pee on that stick? Let me help you get started with three important things to focus on. Nourishment Vision Team While I believe nourishment should be a priority before a positive pregnancy test, most…
Vitamin K – Newborn Procedures
One of the most common questions I get is about newborn Vitamin K. Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding, or VKDB, occurs when a baby cannot stop an internal bleed because they lack the Vitamin K needed to form clots. Most commonly, this internal bleeding would be found in the baby’s brain (this instance may increase with…
Out of Hospital Births
My last two births have been outside of the traditional hospital setting and I am all about it. Every birth is special but I always marvel at the connection, the level of care, and the beauty of giving birth in the home or at a birth center. There’s just nothing like it. Outside of pain…
My Favorite Organ
According to the National Institute of Health, the placenta is the least understood and the least studied organ in the human body. But if you hang out with any birth workers for even a short amount of time, you’ll quickly learn its definitely one of the coolest and most amazing organs. To start, one day…