7 Ways Covid Has Changed Being Pregnant – For Better or Worse
I often ask my childbirth classes how COVID has changed being pregnant for them. What I’m wondering is how their experience of being pregnant has been different for them because …
I often ask my childbirth classes how COVID has changed being pregnant for them. What I’m wondering is how their experience of being pregnant has been different for them because …
At every birth, no matter what, there’s a dynamic that catches new parents off guard. Parents that have been there, done that, know all too well what this is. And …
As a childbirth instructor, I am fascinated by pain, our responses to it, and how to make painful experiences better. Because of this, I have found many, many ways to …
Many first time parents wonder what a peri bottle is used for and if they should buy one in preparation for the postpartum period. In this blog post I hope …
I love bible verses for kids that teach children about who God is, who they are according to their creator, and their purpose in life. Who Am I? The children …
I’ve seen a handful of articles floating around on the interwebs saying that during delivery, women don’t have to push. This is not helpful information! Based on my experience in …
No woman should have to give birth alone. However, sometimes life just deals us a bad hand and unfortunately, new parents are not exempt. If, for whatever reason, you need …
Anxiety during pregnancy can manifest itself in many ways – headaches, fatigue, poor appetite/diet, lack of sleep, irritability, etc. During pregnancy we should strive for peace in our minds, bodies, …
2019 was another good year for pregnancy books! If you’re interested in pregnancy AND love to read, you’re going to love this book list. This short list of the best …
Apparently 2019 is over and 2020 is moving forward at a furious pace. Before we forget, let’s reflect on 2019 – Mother Rising style. Curious about what other Mother Rising …
This conversation is sponsored by Chicco. All opinions and writing are my own. Read my full disclosure policy here. Much to everyone’s disappointment, a fussy baby doesn’t come with a …
Witch hazel pads for postpartum recovery are a soothing and effective way to heal the body after birth. Witch hazel is an astringent that can reduce inflammation caused by common …