Pregnancy & Birth

Where do we first experience the nascent emotions of love, rejection, anxiety, and joy? In the first school we ever attend—in our mother's womb. Learn how a mother's thoughts and emotions affect an unborn child.

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Once a Cesarean, Always a Cesarean: The Sorry State of Birth Choices in America

The US cesarean rate is the highest ever. Here's why and what to do about it.

Getting Ready for the Baby

Many women report a strong urge to get ready for the baby as they approach the third trimester. This is the ideal time to think about what you will need to buy, or ask to be given.

Opening

My pregnant belly had been experiencing a lot of activity for more than a week, each time teasing me into thinking the baby was coming.

A Doula Makes the Difference!

We were fortunate to have a doula who provided continuous emotional and physical support, and worked as our advocate to complement the midwife's medical expertise.

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Nourish Yourself : Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids

Omega-3 is particularly important for pregnant women in the third trimester.

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