Adam’s Birth Story: 41 Weeks, Born in the Caul!
I had absolutely no idea that things would happen the way that they did this time. After a pregnancy that ...
What if…I’m Having Twins?
Most consider the only option for a twin birth to be surgery, but this was not always the case. Learn ...
What If…My Water Breaks Early?
The drama of when a pregnant woman’s water breaks has been plastered on every movie screen — but how serious ...
How to Handle Hemorrhage During Labor
Most mothers planning a natural or homebirth are worried about hemorrhage. While it’s a real concern, there are ways to ...
5 Tips for Dealing with Pregnancy Back Pain Naturally
The back pain in my current pregnancy (#6) has not exactly been fun — and I know I’m not alone. ...
Why You Shouldn’t Use Birth Prep Formulas
It’s pretty common in the natural community — using herbal “birth prep” formulas for several days or weeks to help ...
Should You Get an Ultrasound?
Time to dive into one of the most controversial topics surrounding a natural pregnancy: ultrasounds! I think we can all ...
What a Natural Pregnancy Looks Like: Prenatal Vitamins (Or Not)
One of the most commonly-asked questions when people find out you are pregnant is, “What prenatal vitamins are you taking?” ...
What If…My Water Breaks And Labor Doesn’t Start?
When a pregnant woman’s water breaks, it often means labor is close to follow. But….what if labor doesn’t start right ...
What is Lotus Birth?
By Jackie Scrivanich, Contributing Writer Delayed Cord Clamping Plans When I had my first child, the plan was to delay ...