In this Be Prepared book review I explain what this book is, is not and who should buy it. Let’s get started! Title: Be Prepared: A Practical Handbook for New Dads Author: Gary Greenberg and Jeannie Hayden Published: Simon & Schuster Paperbacks, 2004 Be Prepared Book Review What I loved: I loved how visually appealing Be Prepared was. The graphics, even […]
Homebirth in the Hospital Book Review | Mother Rising
The title of this book is what caught my attention, which is exactly why, I’m sure, it was given that title. I mean, a homebirth in the hospital sounds like the best of both worlds, right? If women could make that happen they would be able to have their cake and eat it too. Sounds […]
Your Vagina Is Not a Three Ring Circus | Mother Rising
A three ring circus can be described as a situation of confusion, characterized by a bewildering variety of events or activities. A vagina can be described in many ways, but a situation of confusion? Chaotic and busy? May it never be. Some of the most upsetting births to witness and experience happen when women have no awareness […]
The Pregnant Athlete Book Review | Mother Rising
I have NEVER read a book like this before! If you are an athlete you are in for a treat! The Pregnant Athlete is written to the athletic woman that becomes pregnant and wants to continue her intense exercise routines. Exercising is a major part of who this woman is! In my current stage of life I would […]
How to Prepare for Another Baby After a Traumatic Birth | Mother Rising
If you’re pregnant again and need to know how to prepare for another baby after a traumatic birth this post is for you. I hope that the words below will be the beginning of peace, wisdom, strength, courage and healing for you and your family. Ask any woman about her birth experience and if given the […]
Mucus Plug 101: What in the World? (With Photos) | Mother Rising
A mucus plug is literally a plug of very thick mucus lodged in the cervix (the opening of the uterus) that acts as a physical and antibacterial barrier between an unborn baby and the outside world. In this post we will discuss everything one needs to know about the mucus plug. I hope you have […]
