Researching topics like circumcision can be a daunting task for expectant parents. Sifting through the contradictory information can be overwhelming, especially when parents only have the best interest of their child in mind. We would like to share some information on circumcision to assist families in their research. Circumcision, the surgical removal of the […]
Mentally Preparing For Birth
From my personal experience, mentally preparing for birth is just as important, and maybe even more important than physical preparation. We exercise and eat right to prepare for birth. We make playlists and pack bags for overnights stays. We might set up nurseries and buy baby goods designed to make a new baby comfy […]
Is Low Amniotic Fluid Reason to Induce?
It seems that lately I have had more than a few clients who were induced due to low amniotic fluid levels. I honestly didn’t know much about this particular topic and thought I’d dig up some info. I was curious what the implications were for mother and baby if the pregnancy continued with low fluid […]
How Maternal Stress Affects Brain Development in Babies
The placenta is an amazing organ responsible for sustaining a pregnancy and the growing baby. However, the placenta isn’t just an organ that carries oxygen and nutrients to the developing fetus. When a mother is experiencing stress it also gets translated to the baby, altering the baby’s brain development. “According to a new study by […]
Abby Moore, now serving The Woodlands/Spring, TX
Abby Moore was raised by a mother who worked as a birth doula and she grew up surrounded by the birth community. Despite Abby’s appreciation and respect for the natural birth process, she just could not get over the “ick” factor that is associated with placenta encapsulation. Because placenta encapsulation seemed so unappealing to her, […]
Is it a BOY or a GIRL? Just look at the placenta!
For an expecting couple, the 20-week sonogram is a very exciting time. Not only do they get to see their growing baby, but if they wish they can usually find out the gender too. Will it be pink or blue? What if I were to tell you that you don’t have to wait until […]
