What if your partner could be a source of strength and connection during labor? Many expectant parents wonder how their partner will fit into the birth process—will they know how to help, what to say, or how to stay calm when things get intense? The good news is, your partner doesn’t need to be a […]
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If you’re preparing for birth, chances are the word “epidural” has come up more than once. In the U.S., over 70% of people giving birth choose an epidural. Some people swear by them, others are firmly against them, and many feel unsure about how an epidural might affect their birth experience. Wherever you fall on
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I never thought of myself as a big worrier before I got pregnant. That was my mom—she was the worrier in the family. If anything, I had a tendency to brush off her (sometimes valid) fears. But, like many moms, lots of worries made their way into my brain once I was pregnant. Would my
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Let’s talk about a common fear that many of us feel as we approach birth: not being sure how to make decisions during labor. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling nervous about asking questions, asserting your preferences, or advocating for yourself during pregnancy or labor, you’re not alone. Facing these situations can be hard, especially
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Since you’re here and reading this post, I assume you realize that trying to sift through the entire Internet’s worth of information and opinions about birth is not the best way to prepare. It’s an easy way to waste a ton of time and accumulate a ton of extra worries (and even more questions). You
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