The first couple days with my daughter were a dream. My L&D nurses were incredible. If I had an issue with breastfeeding, they helped. My daughter made a weird noise that freaked me out? They reassured me. I’m a little embarrassed to admit this, but they actually helped me bathe her for the first time….
Learning how to manage labor pain naturally can be a challenge. While it’s so easy to search through Pinterest or Youtube for the best labor positions or breathing techniques, it always seems like the SAME tips are circulated over and over again. And while you know everyone recommends using the double hip squeeze or a…
Looking for the best online birthing classes? As a mom blogger (and somewhat of an online course nut), I’ve taken a lot of prenatal courses. Below are a few of my favorites. There’s no doubt, online birthing classes are changing the way women are learning about childbirth. I first heard about online birthing classes back…
When you know that your loved one is about to go through the most strenuous event of her life, it’s only natural to want to help. Yet, somehow, many childbirth classes seem to ignore the crucial role Dad has to play in a woman’s labor. If you’re reading this review, you want to do more…
I both dreaded and prayed for my labor. As excited as I was to finally meet my little girl (and get her out), I was terrified of childbirth. There were so many things I didn’t know; how badly would it hurt? What does a contraction feel like? How was I supposed to even know when…
Hey, Mama. Are you thinking about going natural? A few years ago, I wrote this Birth It Up Natural Series Review. It was before I had my second daughter, and I was really excited to tell my readers about an affordable birthing class for women wishing to give birth naturally. Since then, I’ve given birth…