The third trimester can be one of the most challenging times in a woman’s life. She is swollen, not sleeping well, busting out of her maternity clothes, and may even be experiencing a lot of heartburn. At some point the dread of giving birth is far outweighed by the need to “get the baby out“… […]
Stop! Perineal Massage Is Not What You Think! | Mother Rising
Perineal massage is a technique done during the last few weeks of pregnancy and the pushing stage of labor, all with the aim of preventing tearing during birth. But does perineal massage prevent tearing at birth? Do women need to massage their own perineums during the final weeks of pregnancy? Should women consent to this technique […]
How to Make Coconut Oil in Smoothies Taste Good | Mother Rising
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 […]
15 Signs That It’s Time to Fire Your OB, Now! | Mother Rising
OBs play very influential roles in women’s lives during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Having the right or wrong person at your birth can make or break your vagina. Literally. Unfortunately, sometimes the doctor or midwife a woman chooses in the first trimester turns out not to be such a great fit as pregnancy progresses. But […]
How To Help Young Children With Their First Filling | Mother Rising
It’s a parent’s worst nightmare – your very young child needs their first filling. Visiting the dentist is an unpleasant experience for even the most mature of people, but can be especially challenging for the very young child. How can a parent help their young child with a first filling? What works and what doesn’t? […]
Braxton Hicks Contractions – How to Know What’s Good | Mother Rising
During a first pregnancy, Braxton Hicks contractions may seem as elusive as Bigfoot, but especially for those who’ve had a baby before, they can sometimes be like an unwanted guest that just. won’t. go. home. What are Braxton Hicks contractions? When do Braxton Hicks start? How can parents tell the difference between Braxton Hicks and […]
