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Can You Trust the Information You Read on MidwifeInsight?
From How good is the information that you see on this webpage? For that matter, how good is the information that you get on any webpage, or in the media…
If You Exercise During Pregnancy, Will Your Baby Be Smarter? Could Be!
In an article in the New York Times (Nov 20, 2013), Gretchen Reynolds notes that"if a woman is physically active during pregnancy, she may boost the development of her unborn…
A Short History of Midwifery
Midwives Attending Delivery Highlights in the history of a very old profession, with references for more information elsewhere. "Well-behaved women rarely make history." (Laurel Thatcher Ulrich) (more…)
Having Your Baby at Home, or Thinking about It?
Thanks to Susan Moray, CPM, LDEM Home birth is increasing in popularity in the United States, although it still accounts for a small percentage of births overall - less than…
Breastfeeding – How Are You Going to Feed That Baby?
Breastfeeding is one of those things like smoking cessation or exercise that we are constantly told that we “should” do, and feel guilty if we don’t. (more…)
Cord Clamping – Please Wait!
There are suggestions that the practice of early cord clamping may have far-reaching detrimental effects on the infant, such as autism, infant anemia, childhood mental disorders and hypoxic ischemic brain…
Waterbirth
The relaxation and pain-relieving benefits of water are well-known; many women who have had babies in and out of water will attest to this. (more…)
Epidural Anesthesia in Labor
Most women experience significant pain during labor and birth, and most American women want and expect to receive some form of pharmacologic pain relief. Epidurals are the most effective method,…
The Preeclampsia Puzzle – Making Sense of a Mysterious Pregnancy Disorder
Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-induced condition that affects about 5% of pregnant women. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has recently (November 2013) revised its definition of preeclampsia. (more…)
Birthing Balls
The "birthing ball" is a wonderful comfort tool for pregnancy and labor. It has become standard equipment in many hospitals and birthing centers, and is carried by doulas when they attend births.…