Green smoothies for pregnancy and postpartum are a delicious way to pack in the nutrients, stay hydrated, and keep things cool. The following two green smoothie recipes are simple, yet full of pregnancy superfoods to nourish mama and her growing baby. Let’s get started! Benefits of Green Smoothies for Pregnancy I don’t know about you, […]
Castor Oil to Induce Labor: How to and Is It Worth It? | Mother Rising
Castor oil is a pale yellow oil that comes from castor beans which has many uses around the home. Because it’s also a laxative, many women have found success drinking castor oil to induce labor towards the end of pregnancy. But is castor oil a reasonable and safe choice? In this blog post we discuss […]
18 First Mother’s Day Gifts That She’ll Love | Mother Rising
First mother’s day gifts are some of the most treasured presents a woman may receive, other than the gift of her child. For her first mother’s day, give her a gift she’ll love, use often, and that will remind her she’s loved. 18 First Mother’s Day Gifts That She’ll Love The following items would be […]
How Much Water to Drink When Pregnant? | Mother Rising
Adequate water intake is essential during pregnancy to feel good, think clearly, for the body to operate as it should, and to grow a healthy baby. If you’ve never thought about it before, now is the time to think about how much water to drink when pregnant. “When you’re pregnant, your fluid needs go up. […]
5 More Things Your OBGYN Won’t Tell You | Mother Rising
In 2012 I wrote an article called 5 Things Your OBGYN Won’t Tell You (About How to Have a Better Birth and Postpartum) and it became very popular. In fact, it went nuts! My first ever traffic spikes were all because of that article. Since then, in my experiences as a childbirth educator, doula, blogger, […]
Mother Rising’s Top 5 Greatest Hits | Mother Rising
When I started Mother Rising I never imagined how many women would be helped and empowered on their journey to motherhood. I can’t tell you how many kind emails and comments I have received sharing specifically how this website has made all the difference. I’m so grateful for all the comments, shares, emails, and mentions, […]