by Kathryn Rally | Mar 23, 2014 | Preparing for Childbirth
Once your nesting impulse hits, use it to full advantage and prepping for your baby’s arrival, by practicing kitchen safety for kids. You’ll be spending a lot of time in the kitchen over the next several months; whether it’s preparing bottles, sterilizing them,...
by Kathryn Rally | Mar 23, 2014 | Midwife/Doula, Preparing for Childbirth
The short answer to this question is yes. If you can afford to do so, hire a labor coach or doula is an excellent idea, especially if you’re planning a natural birth. You can have the most supportive spouse in the world, but odds are he or she does not...
by Kathryn Rally | Mar 23, 2014 | Preparing for Childbirth
Child birth classes are a must for new parents; they can also be an excellent refresher for second or third time parents. Your local hospital or birth center likely offers a wide variety of birth classes for free or for a moderate fee. You can ask your OB...
by Kathryn Rally | Mar 23, 2014 | Labor and Delivery, Preparing for Childbirth
Well, first, let’s hope you make it to the hospital rather than onto the 6 o’clock news as a new mama who delivered her baby with the heroic help of her birth partner in the back of the car! While some labors are extremely quick when pregnant, pregnancy delivery...
by Kathryn Rally | Mar 23, 2014 | Labor and Delivery, Preparing for Childbirth
Ready, set, go! When your pregnancy labor and delivery begins, you’ll likely feel excited as well as nervous through the contractions. The last thing you’ll want to do is worry about putting what you need in a bag. It’s a good idea to pack early and...
