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Care Provider Red Flags: Signs You May Not Be Getting the Best Care 26 Aug 2013 | 04:36 pm
Throughout your prenatal care, you may hear comments or experience reactions from your care provider that could signal a red flag that she is not providing care that is evidence based or that supports...
Safe Sleeping Tips for Newborns 23 Aug 2013 | 04:00 pm
By Jeannette Crenshaw, DNP, RN, IBCLC, NEA-BC, FAAN, LCCE, FACCE, and Linda J. Smith, MPH, IBCLC, LCCE, FACCE Ask anyone how much sleep you’re likely to get after your baby is born and they’ll all tel...
You Just had a Baby, Now What? Self-Care Tips for the Postpartum Weeks 21 Aug 2013 | 04:00 pm
A recent article on The Daily Beast exposes the lack of importance Americans place on postpartum rest and care, and the pressure moms feel to get back to pre-pregnancy standards almost immediately. De...
What to Know About Your Water Breaking 19 Aug 2013 | 04:00 pm
In Hollywood, it is usually the first sign of labor and happens with great fanfare and an exaggerated sense of urgency. In reality only about 10% of women experience their water breaking before labor ...
Great Expectations: Heather @ 34 Weeks 16 Aug 2013 | 07:01 pm
I was looking back this morning on my life before the world of doulas. I was introduced to it as a newlywed, and the way it shaped my outlook on women, family life, and humanity was oh, so valuable. I...
Nine Easy Guidelines for Birth Partners 15 Aug 2013 | 07:49 pm
Our society forgets, sometimes, that partners also have a unique experience when a new baby comes into the world. The following tips give gentle guidance for birth partners, helping boost confidence a...
What to Do When You’re in Early Labor 12 Aug 2013 | 04:00 pm
You’re 41 weeks pregnant and after some cramping and possible sighting of your mucous plug earlier in the day, you start having fairly regular, noticeable contractions. Not necessarily can’t-talk-thro...
Benefits of Breathing During Pregnancy & Birth 9 Aug 2013 | 09:24 pm
Once upon a time, the hallmark of Lamaze chidbirth education was “breathing” (hee, hoo, hee, hoo). Over the years, Lamaze has evolved into a comprehensive approach to childbirth, part of which are com...
World Breastfeeding Week: Breastfeeding Resources Round-up 7 Aug 2013 | 04:00 pm
On the last day of World Breastfeeding Week, Giving Birth with Confidence celebrates by sharing some of the best resources that have been posted this past week. Tips for Coping with Post-weaning Depre...
World Breastfeeding Week: Nursing in Public Tips & Tricks 5 Aug 2013 | 04:00 pm
In a perfect world, women would feel comfortable to breastfeed anytime, anywhere. But the reality is that some women feel more comfortable breastfeeding when they use a nursing cover or locate a more ...
