Because so much information has changed since we recorded our first Coronavirus podcast, we decided to circle back around and talk about the changes we’ve had to… Read more “Mod Midwives: Coronavirus and Our Practice”
Category: Home Birth
What Do We Do with the Placenta?
As you may have read in previous posts, more and more pregnant people are exploring home birth as an option, due to changes in hospital protocols, or… Read more “What Do We Do with the Placenta?”
Mod Midwives: Becoming a Preceptor
In this week’s podcast we tackle the topic of becoming a preceptor. Being a good clinician is one thing, and being a good teacher is another. Sometimes,… Read more “Mod Midwives: Becoming a Preceptor”
Changing Your Birth Plans During Uncertain Times
Wow, things are a little nuts right now. The landscape of everything surrounding coronavirus is changing daily, with new adjustments to our daily activities becoming necessary as… Read more “Changing Your Birth Plans During Uncertain Times”
Mod Midwives: All About Risk
This week we are trying to break down some statistics that you might encounter when you read articles and reports about home birth–particularly within the context of… Read more “Mod Midwives: All About Risk”
Our Three Favorite Exercises for Pregnancy
We are both big believers in exercise during pregnancy (and always). It is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy and low-risk.… Read more “Our Three Favorite Exercises for Pregnancy”
Mod Midwives: Breech Babies
In this week’s podcast we talk about those babies who are coming into the world in a non-head-down position. We take on this topic by discussing how… Read more “Mod Midwives: Breech Babies”
The Newborn Exam
As we’ve talked about in previous posts, we are very protective of that first hour of skin to skin between baby and mom. During that time, we… Read more “The Newborn Exam”
Home Birth Prep: Planning for Your Other Kids
As you plan for your birth in any setting, considering plans for what your older children will be doing during this time is essential. In a home… Read more “Home Birth Prep: Planning for Your Other Kids”
Mod Midwives: Married to a Midwife
This week Gina and Nedra interview none other than Gina’s husband, Jason, about what being married to a midwife is like. We talk about: Challenges of being… Read more “Mod Midwives: Married to a Midwife”