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Is Back Labor Worse Than Belly Labor?

July 6th, 2024

What does back labor feel like? Is back labor worse than belly labor? Here we talk about what back labor is, its risk factors, causes, and how to alleviate the pain....

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7 Secrets That Will Help Your Labor Go More Smoothly

June 30th, 2024

Want to maximize your chances of a smooth labor without complications? Here are the top 7 secrets every mom to be needs to know about how to have a good birth...

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What Are the Pros and Cons of Induction of Labor?

June 27th, 2024

Is a medical induction of labor right for you, your baby and your personal situation? Here we go through the pros and cons of induction of labor using the latest research to guide us....

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What does a Labor Support Doula Actually Do?

June 13th, 2024

A labor support doula can help you in so many ways during your labor and delivery. Evidence shows that your delivery will go more smoothly with them there as well...

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5 Common Pitocin Induction Questions Answered (By a Labor Nurse!)

March 4th, 2024

Are you planning an upcoming induction for your baby? We'll help you answer some of the most common questions surrounding Pitocin, and labor inductions.

8 Ovulation Myths to Ignore When You Want to Get Pregnant

When you’re trying to get pregnant it’s normal to start spending a lot of time thinking about ovulation. If you get pregnant very easily you

When Did I Get Pregnant? How to Calculate Your Conception Date

One of the first questions you might ask yourself when you find out you’re expecting is when you conceived. This can be for a few

Pregnant and Angry ALL the Time?

Intense anger and irritability during pregnancy are very common. It’s uncomfortable for many of us to admit how angry we truly feel so you’ve made

Molar Pregnancy – What is it and Why Does it Happen?

A molar pregnancy is a rare abnormality which is caused at conception — that moment when the sperm meets the egg. But what exactly is

7 Secrets That Will Help Your Labor Go More Smoothly

Almost every mother looks forward to the day her baby will be born with a mixture of excitement and fear. What will happen that day?

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11 Gentle Ways to Start Labor Naturally

Picture the scene – you’re somewhere between 38 – 42 weeks pregnant and nothing seems to be happening. Not even getting any pre-labor symptoms. You’re

The Chinese Gender Prediction Calendar – A Guide

One of the most common questions we have when we discover we’re pregnant is “will my baby be a boy or a girl?“. The Chinese

What is a Postpartum Doula and Why Should You Hire One?

What is a postpartum doula, you ask? I’m glad you asked! If you want an easier postpartum recovery, time to rest and bond with your

7 Ways to Stop Smoking in Pregnancy (that Actually Work)

You’re pregnant — or you’re trying to get pregnant. And…you smoke. You probably already know that smoking and pregnancy are not a good combination. But