We are celebrating our group prenatal class with the ABCs of prenatal classes. From A to Z let’s cover some common prenatal terms, C is for Contractions, and what you can learn about them from our class. Cookie monster might disagree with this one but contractions are the driving force behind birth so they are […]
We are celebrating our group prenatal class with the ABCs of prenatal classes. From A to Z let’s cover some common prenatal terms, B is for Breathing, and what you can learn about them from our class. In through your nose, out through your mouth. Sounds simple enough! When I hear about breath during labor […]
We are celebrating our group prenatal class with the ABCs of prenatal classes. From A to Z let’s cover some common prenatal terms, A is for Amniotic fluid and what you can learn about them from our class. Amniotic fluid is the liquid that your baby is swimming in! It is surrounded by two membranes […]
Taking care of a newborn baby is notoriously challenging. Sleep deprivation, a seemingly never-ending cycle of feeding, diaper changes and bouncing, all while recovering from birth. And yet, in the middle of the night you may find yourself gazing at your baby, captivated by their wrinkly face and chubby hands, and bewitched by their sweet smell. […]
Cultivator of oxytocin I wore a necklace of the hormone oxytocin to my wedding without realizing the integral role this molecule would have in my future. I was thrilled to adorn myself in the love hormone, celebrating our union in a nerdy way. I remember delving into the science behind oxytocin but skimming over its […]