Important Questions to Ask a Midwife at a First Consultation
Do you know the right questions to ask a midwife at an interview or first consult? Choosing a midwife to assist in the birth of your child is a significant …
First Trimester
Pregnancy Journal Prompts to Write in a Journal
Pregnancy journal prompts help parents express thoughts and feelings, record their memories for a more mindful pregnancy, but also to remember. Believe it or not, as time passes these events …
How to Manage Anxiety During Pregnancy, Naturally
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, …
16 Gifts for Pregnant Women That They Really Want
Baby registries are great – they help new parents get started with the latest baby gear, which is a tremendous blessing considering the financial investment of a first baby. Often …
The Best Green Smoothies for Pregnancy and Postpartum
Green smoothies for pregnancy and postpartum are a delicious way to pack in the nutrients, stay hydrated, and keep things cool. The following two simple green smoothie recipes are simple, …
How to Enjoy Christmas While Pregnant | Mother Rising
Enjoying Christmas while pregnant requires forethought, courage and surrender (which ironically are some of the character traits needed for a satisfying birth experience and parenting). Learning how to enjoy Christmas …
10 Signs You’re in Denial About Pregnancy | Mother Rising
Pregnancy and becoming a parent are huge undertakings and a complete paradigm shift. Understandably so, some parents find themselves experiencing denial about pregnancy. If you’re experiencing denial, you may be …
The Best Foods for Morning Sickness Relief
As promised, the following is the conclusion to a two part series on morning sickness cures. The first post is geared towards morning sickness tips that will make your first …
The Ultimate Natural Pregnancy Checklist | Mother Rising
When I first found out I was pregnant one of my first thoughts was, “What do I do?”. Pregnancy was very exciting, yet extremely abstract and slightly terrifying. I didn’t …
The Ultimate All Natural First Trimester Checklist
Congratulations, you’re pregnant! If this is your first pregnancy, remain calm. Pregnancy is not an emergency. The following first trimester checklist isn’t a sprint – there is no rush. Take your time, …
Mistakes Pregnant Women Make in The First Trimester
Becoming pregnant, especially for the first time, can cause new parents to feel feelings of joy, disconnectedness, romance, shock, depression and hope… all within the first hour. If this is you, congratulations! …
How to Make Electrolyte Cubes for Morning Sickness
If you found this page and are in the throws of morning sickness, these electrolyte cubes for morning sickness are just what you need. Morning Sickness Sucks Morning sickness is the …