My freebirth was an extension of my wild pregnancy. I love my freebirth story so much. It was the most perfect, most amazing, and most normal thing I ever did in my life. Here goes…
How to Prevent Postpartum Hemorrhage Naturally
Postpartum hemorrhage is rare in physiological birth, but it remains a concern for many planning a home birth. This free three-part guide unpacks what postpartum hemorrhage actually is (hint: it’s not just about how many ounces of blood you may lose) and how to help prevent and reduce it in a truly holistic way. It goes over nutrition, herbal support, homeopathics, birth physiology, and birth environment—so, dive in!
Postpartum Hemorrhage: a Holistic Take on Causes & Risks
Postpartum hemorrhage is rare in physiological birth, but it remains a concern for many planning a home birth. This free three-part guide unpacks what postpartum hemorrhage actually is (hint: it’s not just about how many ounces of blood you may lose) and how to help prevent and reduce it in a truly holistic way. It goes over nutrition, herbal support, homeopathics, birth physiology, and birth environment—so, dive in!
The Hidden History of Obstetrics (& How It Affects You Today)
Modern obstetrics tends to be presented in a romantic light. It serves the narrative that technology and medicalization have somehow advanced pregnancy and birth and that they’re here to “save you and your baby.” This is far from the truth. The real history of obstetrics reveals a deep mistrust of the female body and a desire of medicine men to control the birth process (and be the ones to “deliver” your baby).
The Risks of Pitocin Your Doctor Is Unlikely to Mention
Pitocin is a synthetic form of oxytocin, your natural “love and bonding” hormone. Doctors recommend Pitocin in 40% of pregnancies for artificially “starting” labor. The manufacturer of Pitocin advises against using it for the elective induction of labor due to a lack of safety data. What can explain these opposing recommendations? And how does Pitocin interfere with natural birth? Read on to find out what your doctor might be hesitant to talk about.