There is a lot of fuss over which supplements to take during pregnancy. Women are often looking to get the best of the best for their baby’s growth and development. There are so many kinds of prenatal vitamins and supplements on the market. It can be hard to tell which ones are high-quality because, unfortunately, often the advertising is better than the product.

You can have strong teeth, healthy hair, and as many kids as you want, but it will take some dedication and discipline. Our skin, hair, and teeth are a reflection of our overall health. Hair (or teeth) falling out is our bodies’ way of saying that there is something missing. Pregnancy and breastfeeding can take a lot out of women, which is why taking care of ourselves is so important during these times!

Tearing can be a natural part of the birth process. Tearing doesn’t always happen during birth but it is common. Usually, in a birth without interventions, tears can heal on their own. In hospital settings, women often receive sutures when they tear. Doctors typically don’t even ask the woman for consent and will start suturing immediately after the placenta is birthed.

This is a controversial topic but a critical conversation about ethics and human rights. Egg donation, IVF, and surrogacy are touted as advancements in medical science but these practices are extremely problematic and pose a serious ethical dilemma. I feel it is my duty as a birthworker to speak out against this billion-dollar industry that was built by exploiting women and children.

Who you invite into your birth space is one of the most important decisions you will make during pregnancy. Whoever is present while you are in the birth process will inevitably affect the outcome of your birth. An attendant who is respectful of your wishes and knowledgeable about physiological birth can provide great comfort during birth.

It is no secret that I love to read! I have read dozens of books about birth, health, nutrition, parenting, and other topics that have been beneficial (or not so beneficial) when preparing for pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. Unfortunately, not every book has been a hit. In an attempt to help you save your time and money, I have constructed this list of my favorite books that every pregnant woman should read!

Nourishment is so important in pregnancy! A healthy, nutrient-dense diet can keep you and your baby healthy while setting you up for the birth of your dreams. Feeling good in pregnancy is absolutely possible and it starts with nutrition! These guidelines can help ward off common negative pregnancy symptoms like nausea, swelling, and heartburn.

Physiological birth is an intuitive process that every woman can access. This occurs when a woman can birth her baby the way her body is naturally meant to. During a physiological birth, there are typically fewer complications because a woman is in a state where she can not only tune in to her intuition but also do exactly what she needs to birth her baby.

Many women are unaware that there is a reliable method of birth control that doesn’t involve drugs, synthetic hormones, hormone blockers, or foreign objects inserted into the body. Fertility Awareness Method, Natural Family Planning, and Cycle Tracking are some common methods of natural birth control that can be as reliable as medical contraception.

This is the guide I wish I had while I was struggling with reoccurring UTIs for years! I got to know how to treat them effectively, but a few months or a year would go by and I would get another one! Why? This puzzled me for a very long time. After diving deep into health and nutrition I found some of the answers I was looking for. Now I can’t remember the last time I got a UTI!

There is a “baby safe” version of almost product. Often times these products are exactly the same as the original, just with an increased price tag. Many of these products that are marketed as “baby safe” are made with toxic ingredients! Your best bet is to keep it simple and use homemade products when you can.

There are so many registry items that women purchase and never use. The trust is, babies don't really need that much. Of course companies that are marketing to you want you to think that it is impossible to have a baby without the newest trendy baby product. Here is a minimalist list of things you will definitely need!