If there is one thing I can almost guarantee during pregnancy it is unsolicited advice. As soon as someone recognizes that you are pregnant (either with visual assumption-bleh or by actual confirmation), they have something to say.

Next to the placenta, the umbilical cord is quite the fascinating conduit for growing a human. It’s both the actual life support between the birthing person and the baby, as well as the emotional support.

In the world of birth, there is what’s called “the tipping point.” This is when a person’s body is nearly ready for labor, so any encouragement towards labor is likely to work and help things along.

The most recent estimate in 2018, states that just over 31% of births in the United States are a result of medical induction. This number has nearly tripled since 1989.

A mentor of mine always says, “stand where you sit.” Very simply, it means that you should ask more of the systems you’re within. Because it is here where your expertise lies and where you can have direct impact.

I’m assuming you’re here because you want something different. And that you know that gender does not equate to body parts. That gender is not established in kids until they are 3 to 4 years old.

Nearly 5 years ago, under a new moon, I gave birth to my second baby. So many things happened, and I had so many feelings. So I wrote about it afterward. I let the words pour out because I needed to put them somewhere. I needed to be heard but saying it out loud was too much.

Post-partum, also known as the 4th trimester, is often overlooked in birth planning. So many of us remember to pack for the hospital, choose what baby will wear home, and determine our medical decisions. But if you are like me, you might overlook what the first few days will look like at home after you give birth

Your bags are packed and you’re ready to go ✈️… don’t forget some comfy socks, hair ties, chapstick, contact lenses, deodorant, and your toothbrush. But wait, are you actually ready for labor? Packing your bag for a birth center or hospital trip is an important step, but there are other needs to consider. ❣️