The One Thing Parents Wish They Had on Their Birth Plan | Mother Rising
At every birth, no matter what, there’s a dynamic that catches new parents off guard. Parents that have been there, done that, know all too well what this is. And …
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How to Give Birth Alone in a Hospital | Mother Rising
No woman should have to give birth alone. However, sometimes life just deals us a bad hand and unfortunately, new parents are not exempt. If, for whatever reason, you need …
5 Mistakes in Childbirth That Harm Vulvas | Mother Rising
Preventing tearing during birth requires a group effort. There are helpful things a woman can do, and there are helpful things a care provider can do, too. However, there are …
First Stage of Labor 101 for the First Time Parent | Mother Rising
The first stage of labor is the longest stage and everything that happens before pushing, birth, and the placenta. Because it’s so long and varied, the first stage of labor …
Early Labor: How to Identify It and What to Do | Mother Rising
Early labor is the beginning of the first stage of labor, the longest part of the birthing process. Early labor is a combination of end of pregnancy symptoms mixed with …
Third Stage of Labor – The Most Taboo Part of Childbirth | Mother Rising
The third stage of labor is everything that happens after the baby is born, the part of childbirth that doesn’t make it to the movies. The delivery of the placenta, …
3 Mistakes to Avoid Immediately After Birth | Mother Rising
Have you ever paused to think about how culture impacts the process of giving birth? Do you ever wonder what giving birth in other countries is like? Have you ever …
Why New Doulas are Better Than You Think | Mother Rising
When searching for the right doula, parents want the best of the best for their upcoming birth. Sure, a seasoned doula that’s been in the business for a long time …
You Need to Know: Most Get Pitocin Right After Birth | Mother Rising
New parents are shocked to discover most women that have a hospital birth will receive pitocin right after birth. Pitocin is routinely given to all women to reduce the chance of postpartum hemorrhage. Postpartum hemorrhage …
Parents Who Did This between Contractions Reduced Their Pain | Mother Rising
When preparing for labor, so much of the focus is on coping through the pain of each contraction that parents forget about the gift of breaks between contractions. Contractions are …
Tips for Dads in the Delivery Room (Like How to Not Pass Out) | Mother Rising
Many parents in my childbirth classes want to learn tips for dads in the delivery room (like how to not pass out and be totally useless). It’s pretty common for …
How Far Apart Should Contractions Be Before Going to the Hospital?
When planning for their hospital birth, many parents want to know how far apart should contractions be before going to the hospital. Dads want to know so they don’t accidentally …