Definition: Induction of labor (IOL) is when a doctor or midwife uses medical or other methods to start labor artificially instead of waiting for it to begin on its own. Hello. I’m a medically indicated induction. I’m there if the mom […]
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I have sent many women from my prenatal classes to Eugenia over the years and they have always had success with issues like breech, malposition, postdates pregnancy (being pressured into induction), and discomfort. Every woman deserves to know about these vital aspects labor and delivery services that are available! Fifteen years ago, while still working
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Frequently, in my prenatal classes, which include postpartum and breastfeeding topics along with labor and delivery, couples explore how to manage the time after the birth. They learn about the fulltime needs of the newborn, the lengthier time for recovery than possibly planned for, how to gather help and support, and the changes in priorities
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In recent weeks, through midwifery meetings, webinars, or films, I’ve been exposed to some new and interesting things. Here are a few of them to share and think about! I’ve been working hard on the 2nd draft of my upcoming book Confessions of a Childbirth Educator, so I’m taking advantage of the blog to not
Adapted from author Gila Zarbiv CNM with a master’s in women’s health and a PhD candidate at Ben-Gurion University, specializing in Global Health Systems Management. As a doctoral fellow at the Israel Implementation Science and Policy Engagement Centre (IS-PEC), her work bridges research and policy to transform maternal health systems globally. The original article focused
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People of all ages and professions come to my Supported Birth classes having been exposed to nothing in their lives about birth but Hollywood images. This is so non-beneficial and destructive. We usually don’t realize how much the media effects our minds and beliefs, in this case, causing completely unrealistic fears from exaggerated images. Our
Here are more excerpts from my upcoming book CONFESSIONS OF A CHILDBIRTH EDUCATOR from chapter on What Mothers want Women to Know Before Giving Birth. These are some segments on Birth Center and Home Birth experiences: JL: There is no reason why you cannot birth outside of a hospital setting. I gave birth to my
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Here are more excerpts from my upcoming book CONFESSIONS OF A CHILDBIRTH EDUCATOR from Chapter 4: What Mothers want Women to Know Before Giving Birth. These are some segments on Labor & Delivery: JP: I know it’s been said, and many women are posting on Instagram all the time now, but I strongly believe one
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I recently held a private doula training in person for one particular doula trainee. It was, of course, different from teaching a group of women, and much like private childbirth class sessions, I tailor-made it for her. In birthing classes I am always aware of how different each woman (and couple) is – their hopes,
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Here are excerpts from my upcoming book CONFESSIONS OF A CHILDBIRTH EDUCATOR from Chapter 4: What Mothers want Women to Know Before Giving Birth. These are some segments on Postpartum. As for postpartum, it’s not talked about enough. I feel like women feel ashamed to admit they’re struggling with postpartum anxiety, depression, PTSD, rage, etc.
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