As a childbirth instructor, I am fascinated by pain, our responses to it, and how to make painful experiences better. Because of this, I have found many, many ways to decrease the suffering of women and to make birth more enjoyable. And yes, I believe birth can absolutely be enjoyable! Over the years I have […]
40 Exciting At-Home Activities for Pregnancy | Mother Rising
Whether you are a homebody by nature or just looking for a diverting activity to keep things fresh, these 40 at-home activities for pregnancy will keep the mind, body, and soul invigorated – in all the right ways! Of course, don’t try to do the whole list. Read the post, notice 2-3 that catch your […]
How to Manage Anxiety During Pregnancy, Naturally | Mother Rising
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 […]
Pregnancy and Coronaviruses (COVID-19) – What You Need to Know | Mother Rising
Becoming a parent can feel daunting at times, especially when parents realize their new arrivals did not come with instruction manuals. While not quite as cute, the arrival of the coronavirus certainly did not come with a manual. Just ask China. When it comes to pregnancy and coronaviruses, there is a serious lack of information, studies […]
The Best of Mother Rising, 2019 Edition | Mother Rising
Apparently 2019 is over and 2020 is moving forward at a furious pace. Before we forget, let’s reflect on 2019 – Mother Rising style. Curious about what other Mother Rising readers loved most in 2019? Here’s the Best of Mother Rising, 2019 Edition. Enjoy! The Best of Mother Rising, 2019 Edition (In case you missed […]
2020 Birth Conferences for Midwives, Nurses, Doulas and Lactation Consultants
If you are looking for information about 2020 birth conferences you have come to the right place! This page has all the birth conferences organized by topic, then date. General Childbirth Conferences Doula Conferences Childbirth Educator Conferences Postpartum Conferences Breastfeeding Conferences Midwifery Conferences *This page is a work in progress. If you have information regarding […]
