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October 20, 2008
What Is a Midwife? Do You Need One?
Sources indicate that the first record of midwifery goes as far back as the 2nd century, and it is also most likely true that your grandmother had a midwife deliver her children. What is a midwife? A midwife is someone who provides support during the labor and delivery process. A midwife is trained in prenatal […]
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October 20, 2008
Preparing for Natural Childbirth
photo credit: Larsz In the majority of cases, a natural childbirth (meaning vaginal and unmedicated) is the best option for having a healthy delivery. It also means that you will be lucid and ready to see, hold and nurse you baby as soon as he o she is born. While most women plan on having […]
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October 15, 2008
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A Natural Pregnancy: Natural Remedies for Common Discomforts and Pains in Pregnancy
Want to have a natural pregnancy? This article contains some ideas on how to use herbs to help ease pains in pregnancy. Be sure to contact your health care provider and use your own common sense when using herbs. Pregnancy Naturally A rush of emotions. A little stick. Will it be pink! Or blue? Who […]
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October 15, 2008
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Pains In Pregnancy
What should be a joyous time is often marred by pains in pregnancy. Often, pains in pregnancy are caused by the normal changes that a woman’s body undergoes. Other times, these pains are signs of serious conditions that require immediate attention. Discuss whatever pains and discomforts you feel with you health care giver. Whatever the […]
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October 15, 2008
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Morning Sickness Remedies
by Carrie Lauth “Just eat a few saltines and you’ll be ok”. I don’t know about you, but as someone who suffered with prolonged, severe morning sickness (which I affectionately call morning noon and night sickness), when I hear someone say this, I just want to slug them! If you’re suffering with nausea and vomiting […]
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