Since our first, Jasmin, made her entrance in such a special and unique birth, we weren’t sure what to expect with this baby. Well, I suppose you never know what to expect any way huh? We prepared very much the same way as our first, check out our prenatal care post. Essential oils, readings, herbal … Read more
Jasmin’s Home Birth Story! This is the story of Jasmin’s home birth! On Thursday Oct. 18, 2012, at 5:30am I woke up for the 4th or 5th time to use the bathroom, as is the case with any woman at 37 weeks of pregnancy. I laid back down to snuggle with my hunny before he … Read more
No I did not spell that wrong, I know it’s spelled Labyrinth. Only when it comes to birth, it’s referred as Labor-inth! The labyrinth concept comes from Pam England of Birthing from Within, a childbirth preparation near and dear to my heart. Here’s a blurb from their site to give you a better idea what … Read more
Fit for birth: Just like athletes and marathoners, and maybe moreso, pregnancy preparation takes focus and dedication to keep your eye on the prize….the prize usually being a healthy and safe labor and delivery. Here are a few tips to get ready for the marathon…that is, BIRTH! Staying fit during your preparation for birth will … Read more
Does that make the emotions any less relevant? When present or past emotions arise during pregnancy there’s a tendency for the consolation to be: it’s just the hormones…. So is pregnancy depression and anxiety, etc alllll just because of hormones?! Ok so yea sometimes the emotions are just THAT much more overwhelming during pregnancy because … Read more