What herbs and teas safe for consumption during pregnancy?
In a standard model of care, it’s not uncommon for practitioners to advise pregnant women to avoid drinking herbal tea. But the truth is, most herbs are safe for consumption during pregnancy. Most providers simply aren’t trained in herbs and can’t properly advise...
What not to say to a breastfeeding mom at the holidays
For most families, the holidays are a joyous time of year. Especially when there is a new baby in the mix, coming together with loved ones who may be meeting your child for the first time is exciting and likely, a tad emotional. But the holiday season for families...
The 5 Best books to prepare for an empowered birth
The 5 Best books to prepare for an empowered birth There are plenty of quality books on the market about parenting and birthing. But what about the process of giving birth in a more natural environment? Few titles actually strike a balance between informative...
Perinatal Mood Disorders and the Holidays
This week on Midwife Monday, Renee welcomed special guest Lorena Aynalem, who is a licensed clinical social worker in the Santa Clarita Valley. Lorena and Renee discussed Perinatal Mood Disorders, managing expectations and stress during the holidays as well as the...
5 Reasons why delayed cord clamping is so important
In many hospitals, cutting the umbilical cord as soon as a baby is born (known as ICC or immediate cord clamping) is still a fairly common procedure. But decades of research has proved that delayed cord clamping — waiting at least 60 seconds, or until the cord stops...
Postpartum discomforts we commonly don’t talk about
Mothers-to-be are well-versed in the fact that labor is going to be uncomfortable. Which is why women often take time to invest in how to be ready themselves for delivery. Whether it’s reading books, talking to other mothers about their experiences, or taking...
6 Best cold remedies during pregnancy
Being pregnant is tough enough on your body. But being sick while you’re pregnant really takes a toll. Whether you realize it or not, your pregnant body is already doing so much every single day to nurture your growing baby, which is why trying to fight off a cold can...
Don’t take it lying down: 4 Birthing positions better than on your back
4 Birthing positions better than on your back In the U.S., women giving birth on their backs in a hospital bed is not uncommon. Most mothers spend hours laboring on their backs, usually strapped to uncomfortable monitors and IVs or other medications they may be...
How do I know if I want a doula at my birth?
In recent years, there’s been a growing wave of women discovering the amazing impact a birth doula can have on labor and delivery. But if you don’t know what a doula is or does, let’s start with the basics. A doula is a trained professional, hired to support and...
Fitness Before, During and After Pregnancy
Join Renee the Midwife and special Guest Nicki Herrera from The Training Club and Birth Fit SCV as they chat about fitness before, during and after pregnancy.
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