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Healing After Vaginal Tears or Episiotomy: A Gentle Recovery Guide
Posted inLabor & Delivery Mental Health & Emotional Support Midwife Diaries

Healing After Vaginal Tears or Episiotomy: A Gentle Recovery Guide

I've supported countless women through perineal healing after childbirth. Whether you're nursing tender stitches from a tear that happened during delivery or recovering from an episiotomy, please know this: your…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 28, 2025
Understanding Induced Labor: Reasons, Methods, and What to Expect​
Posted inLabor & Delivery Third Trimester

Understanding Induced Labor: Reasons, Methods, and What to Expect​

After supporting thousands of births over my 20+ years as a midwife and experiencing five very different births of my own, I've come to appreciate that every labor journey is…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Postpartum Recovery: Healing After Vaginal Birth and C-Section​
Posted inBirth Tales Labor & Delivery Life Lessons from Motherhood

Postpartum Recovery: Healing After Vaginal Birth and C-Section​

After the incredible journey of pregnancy and the intensity of childbirth comes another profound transition: postpartum healing. As a mother of five children and a midwife with over 20 years…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
Cesarean Section vs. Vaginal Birth: What You Need to Know
Posted inLabor & Delivery Third Trimester

Cesarean Section vs. Vaginal Birth: What You Need to Know

Whether you're preparing for your first birth experience or your fifth, understanding the differences between cesarean sections and vaginal births can help you feel more confident and informed as your…
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Posted by Sarah Chadwick April 23, 2025
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
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