Below you'll find a list of all posts from 2015
I recently got the chance to interview all of the major childbirth & postpartum educators in Corvallis. If you are looking for a class next year, you won’t want to miss this! Can each of you ladies introduce yourselves to our readers? Tell us briefly about who you are and what you love! IK: My name is Irma Kapsenberg. My …
I couldn’t believe my good luck when the amazing Dr. Tom Laster agreed to answer my questions about pregnancy and dental health! We sat down earlier this month and he answered some questions I’ve had about how mothers to be can keep their smiles healthy. Dr. Laster, before we get started, tell us about yourself. My name is Dr. Tom Laster. I am …
Information for Oregon mothers in crisis- abuse, addictions, suicide, eating disorders, alcohol and tobacco. Information for uninsured mothers. Download the free PDF referral list for Oregon Mothers in Crisis
Many women deal with anxiety, but it can be more common in pregnancy & postpartum due to hormonal changes. It’s definitely something that I’ve seen women struggle with in my work as a midwife. A tricky part about anxiety during pregnancy and postpartum is that some women who have used medicine to help cope with anxiety may need to stop …
Midwife-led continuity models versus other models of care for childbearing women “In many parts of the world, midwives are the main providers of care for childbearing women. Midwife-led continuity models aim to support women to experience a healthy pregnancy and birth, and provide care from a known and trusted midwife during the pregnancy, birth and early parenting journey. Midwife-led continuity …
Source: Why Home Birth
If you are visiting this blog, you likely have already met James, better known as the face of Willamette Birth. She also is the niece of Corvallis, Oregon Midwife Ash Johnsdottir. Here is a photo of James, more recently, enjoying the summer sunshine. James with her other Aunt.
How to build a human.
Have you ever gotten into a hot bath or jacuzzi after a vigorous workout? If you have, you probably remember how the water soothed your aching muscles and melted away any tension that you felt. Giving birth is a lot like a vigorous workout, and the pain (sometimes) experienced in both is the result of your healthy muscles working hard! Numerous studies …
