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Birth Intervention: A Humorous Look

Pregnant Mothers will often ask “What are some common medical birth interventions that may be used during childbirth?”  If they aren’t asking what is a birth intervention? or why is […]

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Perineum Stitches – Are They Always Necessary?

I don’t do perineum stitches as much now as I did as a new midwife. I see the magic of the vaginal mucosa too often!  Healing time is surprisingly quick […]

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Are Birthing Classes Necessary? 3 Important Reasons Why They Are Superior to Hospital Classes

As a conscious pregnant parent, you will find yourself asking: Are birthing classes necessary? Independent birth preparation classes are usually taught by someone who is very passionate about birth and […]

Childbirth education classes: Fear is at the heart of why many health professionals are intervening when they shouldn’t, and fear is at the heart of why many women are going to birth terrified

Childbirth Education Classes: An Absolute Must

I love seeing this article from Australia’s mainstream media about childbirth education classes: Childbirth education upgrade could help cut rate of medical interventions: experts Professor Hannah Dahlen shares her feelings […]

Water birth stories: Jasmine, Paul, and Alex

Water Birth Stories: Extraordinary Birth of Alex

Recently, we were informed by one of our students about the water birth stories of Alex.  I love these birth stories: especially when they tell a story of a couple […]

Dad's birth story: father holding boy

Dad’s Birth Story: Dear Son

Here is an awesome Dad’s Birth Story fromBirthvillage Natural Birthing Centreby new dad Rama Krishnan. Huge congratulations to these wonderful parents and for the choices they made together along the […]

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Preventing Perineal Tears: Preparing for Birth

Perineal tears are very common side effect amongst mothers going through vaginal birth for the first time. However, there are many ways to prevent perineal tears. How on earth is […]

Pregnancy Moon’s first baby is a VBAC!

The first baby from our Pregnancy Moon Birth Preparation and Paradise retreat was born under the March full moon as a successful VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Caesarean)! It feels so fitting that […]

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Preparing for Birth: Confidence and Trust are Essential

When preparing for birth, a positive mindset may just be the most important thing for parents. Gentle, beautiful, love based births can happen in any setting. I bow to all […]

Birth Doula Training in Singapore

Considering becoming a doula? Join us this coming in March for Birth Doula Training in Singapore ! In this part of the world we have limited opportunities for birth doula training so […]