The final weeks of pregnancy bring a whirlwind of physical changes, emotional shifts, and mental preparation. While you may feel joyful and ready to meet your baby, you might also be uncomfortable, restless, or even a little nervous about labor. Whether this is your first or fifth baby, learning how to care for your body,… Read More Coping Skills & Comfort Techniques for the Third Trimester and Labor
Childbirth is a deeply personal experienceâbut for survivors of sexual trauma, it can also bring unexpected triggers, fear, or vulnerability. If youâve experienced sexual trauma, know this: you are not alone, and your voice, body, and choices matterâespecially during labor and birth. This post is here to remind you that you have the right to… Read More Advocating for Yourself During Childbirth After Sexual Trauma: Understanding Your Rights, Choices, and Coping Tools
An in-depth look at Dr. Nicole Pensakâs groundbreaking guide for navigating motherhood with compassion and science Motherhood can be beautifulâand it can be overwhelming. For new moms who find themselves anxious, uncertain, or not quite like themselves, Dr. Nicole Pensakâs book, Rattled: How to Calm New Mom Anxiety with the Power of the Postpartum Brain,… Read More Rattled: A Must-Read for Every New Mom Navigating Anxiety
Bringing a baby into the world is one of the most transformative experiences in a personâs life, but the postpartum periodâoften referred to as the fourth trimesterâcan be just as challenging as pregnancy and birth. New mothers need rest, healing, and support as they recover physically and emotionally while bonding with their newborns. This is… Read More The Essential Role of Postpartum Support: Why Every New Mom Deserves Help
Labor and childbirth are unique experiencesâno two births are exactly alike. What one person goes through may be completely different from another’s experience. Every birth story is different, and every labor progresses in its own way. There are four stages of labor:1ď¸âŁ The First Stage â The process of the cervix dilating to 10 cm.2ď¸âŁ… Read More Understanding the First Stage of Labor: What to Expect and How to Cope
If I had to choose just one essential tool for pregnancy and childbirth, it would be the Rebozo. In every childbirth class I teach, I introduce my students to this incredibly versatile and comforting tool. The reactions are always the sameâinstant relief, increased relaxation, and excitement at how simple yet effective it is! But hereâs… Read More The Rebozo: A Timeless Tool for Pregnancy, Labor, and Beyond