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Posts by Sarah Chadwick

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About Sarah Chadwick
Sarah is a certified midwife with over 22 years of experience and a mother of five children. She brings both professional expertise and personal experience to her advice on pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenting.
Stages of Labor: What to Expect During Each Phase
Posted inLabor & Delivery Third Trimester

Stages of Labor: What to Expect During Each Phase

As a mother of five and a midwife with over two decades of experience, I've walked alongside countless women through the beautiful journey of childbirth. Understanding the labor process can…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Packing Your Hospital Bag: Essentials for Mom and Baby​
Posted inBaby checklists Diapers & Wipes Hospital Bag

Packing Your Hospital Bag: Essentials for Mom and Baby​

As your due date approaches, preparing your hospital bag becomes a tangible step toward meeting your little one. After supporting thousands of birthing mothers as a midwife and delivering five…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Understanding Fetal Movements: What’s Normal in the Third Trimester?
Posted inThird Trimester

Understanding Fetal Movements: What’s Normal in the Third Trimester?

Those magical flutters you first felt in the second trimester have likely transformed into more decisive kicks, rolls, and jabs as your pregnancy has progressed. Now that you've entered the…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Preparing for Labor: Essentials for the Final Weeks
Posted inThird Trimester

Preparing for Labor: Essentials for the Final Weeks

Those final weeks of pregnancy bring a unique mix of excitement, anticipation, and yes—a healthy dose of nervousness! As someone who's not only guided thousands of women through this special…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Managing Back Pain in the Second Trimester
Posted inSecond Trimester

Managing Back Pain in the Second Trimester

The second trimester is often called the "honeymoon phase" of pregnancy—morning sickness subsides, energy returns, and you're not yet carrying the full weight of a third-trimester belly. However, for many…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Physical Changes to Expect During the Second Trimester
Posted inSecond Trimester

Physical Changes to Expect During the Second Trimester

The second trimester of pregnancy is often called the "golden period" for good reason. As someone who's not only guided thousands of women through pregnancy as a midwife but also…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Sleep Challenges in the First Trimester and How to Overcome Them
Posted inFirst Trimester Sleep Tips

Sleep Challenges in the First Trimester and How to Overcome Them

When that pregnancy test shows positive, sleep might be the last thing on your mind—until suddenly, it's all you can think about! Whether you're tossing and turning at 3 AM…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
When Your Taste Buds Go Rogue: Tips for Managing Food Aversions and Cravings
Posted inFirst Trimester Nutrition & Wellness Second Trimester

When Your Taste Buds Go Rogue: Tips for Managing Food Aversions and Cravings

There I was, six weeks pregnant with my third child, standing in the kitchen as my husband cooked his specialty pasta sauce—a meal I normally adored. Suddenly, the smell hit…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 14, 2025
Hydration and Its Importance in Early Pregnancy
Posted inFirst Trimester Nutrition & Wellness

Hydration and Its Importance in Early Pregnancy

When I was pregnant with my twins—my fourth and fifth babies—staying properly hydrated felt like a full-time job! Between the morning sickness and running after my older children, I had…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 13, 2025
Truth vs. Tales: Biggest First Trimester Misconceptions
Posted inFirst Trimester Real Talk: What’s Worth It?

Truth vs. Tales: Biggest First Trimester Misconceptions

Those first three months of pregnancy can be filled with so much excitement, anxiety, and—let's be honest—misinformation! As both a mama who's been through five pregnancies myself and a midwife…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 13, 2025

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