When it comes to burping your newborn, the opinions are as varied as the individuals who offer them. Many grandparents insist that a baby must be burped. They believe that if a baby is not properly burped after a feed, … Read More
Your baby is here, and you couldn’t be happier. You’ve recovered from the birth, and now you’re ready for your family’s big day. Pictures! But as you book your photoshoot, you notice small red bumps developing on your baby’s face. … Read More
Here in Tucson placenta encapsulation is growing in popularity. With this rise in popularity comes a rise in those who offer placenta services. The placenta tincture is a popular add on option for placenta services. Let’s take a look at … Read More
Did you know that Canada recently outlawed the practice of placenta encapsulation? Placenta encapsulation specialists who continue to provide the service are practicing illegally. Seems like a drastic step, yet one that a national governing body felt necessary for a … Read More
There’s no doubt that you will find thousands of posts on how doulas can reduce the incidence of cesarean births. What I have often found lacking though is information. Information on how doulas provide support those who choose to have … Read More
Your family is growing! During early pregnancy, taking a childbirth class may not be on the top of your “must do” list. However, as your due date grows closer you may start to feel the pull of more information, options … Read More
So you’ve given birth to your beautiful baby and now begins your recovery. As your body works hard to resume its pre-pregnancy state you may wonder if what you are experiencing is normal. You’re not alone. Let’s take a look … Read More
It’s the day after your baby’s birth and you’re heading home with your precious bundle of joy. You’re a little anxious about leaving the support of the hospital or birth center behind. To say the last 48 hours have been an … Read More
We need to talk. We need to talk about postpartum mood disorders. (Trigger warning for suicide) Recently I came across a post by a birth professional that truly disturbs me. The post implied that using medication to treat postpartum mood … Read More
With the rise in popularity of placenta encapsulation in Tucson, we often get questions about what we use in our encapsulation process. We are always happy to answer these questions. We are also equally excited to share why we have … Read More