The vernix caseosa is the waxy looking white substance that covers your newborn baby. When you see videos of a birth on television, you may see the doctors wiping off the “dirty” looking baby. … more
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EcoMama posted a Quick Tip about Mothering.
March 06, 2011
So incredibly sad to learn Mothering is no longer in print! They have decided to cease printing and publication, but will still be an online company, love their website! At least that's not going anywhere. … more
The true test of maternity tops: would you wear it even if you weren't nursing? I am wearing my Momzelle top right now, out of the house, simply because it is so soft and comfortable (even though I no … more
We are a musically inclined family and music is embedded in our genes. My grandfather composed music and was a conductor and my father still writes original music and performs regularly. I was raised … more
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EcoMama posted a Quick Tip about Epidural.
October 23, 2010
My decision for a drug free birth was sincerely based on my opinion of what is best for mom and baby (with a healthy pregnancy), not because I wanted to be a hero. If your decision is based on something … more
When I was pregnant with baby E, I didn't think a nursing bra was a necessity. A few short weeks after she was born I realized I was wrong. If you are serious and committed to nursing, … more
Living a conscious life means living in the eternal here and now. Existing in the here and now means letting go of any expectations you have for your future, and any memory you have … more
Going into my third pregnancy, I find the information in this book to be short and concise, but gives you specifics about the approximate timing of your baby's development -- when the heart starts … more
This book is a great read for all expecting mothers - vegetarian, vegan, or meat-eaters. In this book, Dr. Holly Roberts speaks about the health benefits of a vegetarian diet versus one … more
I have one word that comes to mind in regards to "Belly Laughs" -HILARIOUS! It would especially appeal to mothers and (some) mother's to be. This is such a fun book to … more
A very informative book for the expecting mother... vegetarian or not. It gives a nice month by month breakdown, as well as some inspirational messages.
Excerpt from Painless Childbirth: An Emowering Journey Through Pregnancy and Birth An important action to take, in manifesting your desired birthing experience, is to write, in detail, the … more
Some doctors are “induction happy” they like to schedule their lives, it is a though job to be always on call. Often if they see you are getting impatient they’ll suggest and induction. … more
Reviewer received a free copy of this book from Amazon Vine in exchange for honest review. Ten days ago I received the happy news that I will become a grandma for the first time … more
As a first time mother I had no doubts about breastfeeding being the right choice for me and my baby. After reading a myriad of studies, research, and the essays of other mothers, it was an easy decision. … more
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Giuditta posted a Quick Tip about Doula.
March 16, 2010
Before we address the best place for you to have your baby, I would like to appeal to your own intuition. These days, many women decide to have a child later in life. If this is the case … more
Mothering magazine is the only publication that I can read from cover to cover without getting irritated as misinformation or ill written articles. The advertisements are even great because they … more
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GlutenFreeAli posted a Quick Tip about Swaddling.
February 28, 2010
Breech Vaginal Birth – Can it Be Done? I was born feet first back in the days where all breech births were considered ‘normal’ and women were allowed to labor and deliver vaginally. … more
Client’s often ask me when is best to start their baby on solids, and, which ones? Best is to observe your baby’s interest and his developmental characteristics. Every baby is different … more
Most parents say that swaddling helps their babies get to sleep, stay asleep, and get comforted quickly, especially when they are newborns. My problem with this is that the focus is on getting the baby … more