Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a magical journey filled with anticipation, joy, and yes—a fair amount of dietary confusion! As both a mother of five and a midwife with over two decades of…
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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…
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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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…
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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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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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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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…
Worried in the First Trimester? Here’s What’s Normal and What’s Not
Those first 12 weeks of pregnancy can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. One minute you're over the moon with excitement, and the next, you're worrying about every twinge and symptom.…
Pregnancy Mood Swings? You’re Not Alone—Here’s What Helped Me Cope
The moment my fourth pregnancy test showed positive, I burst into tears of joy. Twenty minutes later, I snapped at my husband for loading the dishwasher "the wrong way." By…