04 May 2010

The Power of Birth Language

bringbirthhome.com/guest-writers/the-power-of-birth-language

"If you are wondering if your midwife/doctor will let you do something, consider examining why you, as an intelligent, empowered adult, need permission to do something your body already knows how to do. If you think of the birth process as a delivery, consider questioning why you frame it within the context of that language."

25 March 2010

Portland Tribune article on midwifery care compared to OBs

http://www.portlandtribune.com/opinion/story.php?story_id=126946379588406800

"Choosing your type of birth provider is a critical choice in your care. Oftentimes, parents spend more time researching and picking out nursery décor than they do choosing a provider who meets all their needs. For some women, an OBGYN is the right type of provider and for others it is a midwife."

22 March 2010

Ina May Gaskin on Footling Breech Birth

Midwifery Today has some great clips on youtube of Ina May talking about breech:



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Enjoy!

24 January 2010

why labor is good for babies

pregnancy.about.com/cs/laborbirth/a/aa042300a.htm?r=et

facts supporting trial of labor before a c-section.

c-section birth story: a healthy baby isn't all that matters

http://www.cafemom.com/journals/read/870028/A_Healthy_Baby_Isn_t_ALL_That_Matters

a very touching take about one woman's journey to informing herself about birth. thanks to sharon muza.