If you've skipped taking a childbirth class during pregnancy, your partner may feel unprepared and need additional tools to support you during labor. Read Cynthya's 7 points to her clients.
Read More"Cynthya was our doula for the birth of our third child in April 2016. As this was my third birth, and I had been attended to by a doula at the first two, I knew that finding the right doula was crucial to a successful and satisfying birth." - Winter Wheeler-Young
Delayed Cord Clamping or Wait Until Pulsation Ends?
/For 175 millions years, Mother Nature continues to perfect the development and use of placentas for mammals. Modern obstetrics has intervened by creating a routine procedure of clamping and cutting the cord immediately after birth takes place.
Read MoreTools to Help Labor Progress
/Traditionally, women in labor were surrounded by other women who had knowledge about childbirth. This is where a doula steps in to help.
Read MoreAchieve Optimal Fetal Positioning and Pelvic Tilt Demonstration
/There are many simple ways to achieve optimal fetal positioning. Be sure to practice your posture and avoid furniture altogether, which can cause slouching.
Read MoreSwaddling Your Baby Correctly
/Improper swaddling may lead to hip dysplasia since straightening the legs can loosen joints and damage the socket. This video demonstrates how to swaddle correctly in a hip-healthy manner.
Read MoreFetal Positioning: Using a Rebozo for Back Labor
/A rebozo is a tool that helps mamas deal with back pressure during labor. Watch the video to learn how to use it.
Read MoreKegel Exercises: Strengthening Pelvic Floor Muscles
/Practicing pelvic floor strengthening exercises (Kegels) can prevent pregnancy incontinence and can make birth easier.
Read MoreChocolate Truffles, Fruit Smoothies, and Placenta Encapsulation
/Placenta encapsulation is an ancient remedy that is purported to ward off postpartum depression and renew iron stores.
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