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How to Manage Anxiety During Pregnancy, Naturally | Mother Rising

Updated March 20, 2020 By Lindsey VanAlstyne 25 Comments

Anxiety during pregnancy can manifest itself in many ways – headaches, fatigue, poor appetite/diet, lack of sleep, irritability, etc. During pregnancy we should strive for peace in our minds, bodies, and souls so that we and our babies can experience health and wellness. How to Manage Anxiety During Pregnancy, Naturally I am no stranger to […]

How to Avoid Holiday Mastitis (Like the Plague) | Mother Rising

Updated January 8, 2020 By Lindsey VanAlstyne 5 Comments

Holiday mastitis is simply mastitis that is more likely to occur during the holidays due to the busy and hectic nature of life towards the end of the year. What is Mastitis? Mastitis is an inflammation in a milk duct that is caused by an obstruction or infection. According to KellyMom, symptoms of mastitis are […]

A Simple, Powerful Prayer for Pregnancy | Mother Rising

Updated March 20, 2020 By Lindsey VanAlstyne 20 Comments

Pregnancy can be a sweet time for growing a baby, but also growing closer to our creator. Prayer, or talking to God, is a simple way to turn our hearts and minds to the Lord. The following prayer for pregnancy can be used daily, when feeling anxious, when decisions need to be made, or whenever! […]

How to Make Instant Pot Elderberry Syrup – It’s Easy! | Mother Rising

Updated November 26, 2019 By Lindsey VanAlstyne 3 Comments

I’ve been making elderberry syrup at home for years. In fact, I’ve even made elder syrup for my babies. Obviously, I’m totally late to the game, but I just realized I could make Instant Pot elderberry syrup. Hello. Benefits of Elderberries Elderberries are tasty cold and flu fighters. They contain compounds that inhibit the enzyme […]

How to Make Coconut Oil in Smoothies Taste Good | Mother Rising

Updated July 14, 2020 By Lindsey VanAlstyne 4 Comments

Coconut oil has many health benefits, especially for women in the childbearing year. One of the most interesting benefits for new mothers is that coconut oil increases the antimicrobial properties of breastmilk, which is incredible. Even more interesting, is that the body absorbs vitamins and minerals more efficiently when paired with healthy fats like coconut […]

10 Boundaries for Doulas That Will Make Your Business Healthy | Mother Rising

Updated May 24, 2019 By Lindsey VanAlstyne 10 Comments

Are you a seasoned doula suffering from burnout? Are you a brand new doula wanting to learn how to do things right? Or perhaps you’re somewhere in between, wondering how to take your doula business to the next level. Wherever you’re at, the following article about boundaries for doulas will help make your business healthy, […]

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My name is Lindsey and I am a Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator (LCCE), doula, and mother of three. I hope that through Mother Rising you have a healthy pregnancy, a natural birth, and a happy postpartum. About Lindsey and Mother Rising…

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