Podcasts have quickly become my favorite thing to listen to in the car or while on a walk. There are thousands of podcasts to choose from these… Read more “Paige’s Favorite Pregnancy and Birth Podcasts”
Category: Postpartum
Does Your Baby Need to See a Pediatrician After a Home Birth?
Many of our clients wonder whether they will need to see a pediatrician after they have a home birth. Of course, this answer may be different depending… Read more “Does Your Baby Need to See a Pediatrician After a Home Birth?”
Mod Midwives: Common Postpartum Questions
In this week’s podcast, Gina and Nedra tackle the most common questions our clients ask us–both for baby and mom. For baby we discuss: Normal newborn breathing… Read more “Mod Midwives: Common Postpartum Questions”
How to Care for Your Baby’s Umbilical Cord Stump
This topic comes up quite frequently with new parents – the cord stump can look a little weird and is often a cause for worry as it… Read more “How to Care for Your Baby’s Umbilical Cord Stump”
Why Does My Baby Have Blue Hands and Feet?
A concerned query about the blue feet and hands of a newborn is among the most frequent questions we hear in the immediate newborn period. Luckily, this… Read more “Why Does My Baby Have Blue Hands and Feet?”
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Pregnancy
Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve is compressed as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. During pregnancy, fluid retention can facilitate that… Read more “Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in Pregnancy”
Why Does My Newborn Have a Rash?
One of the most common newborn questions we get is whether the rash that is covering a new baby is something to be concerned about. Luckily, the… Read more “Why Does My Newborn Have a Rash?”
Normalizing Breastfeeding or Breastfeeding Problems?
This week, a new commercial by Frida Mom hit the airwaves during the Golden Globes. This ad is being applauded for normalizing breastfeeding. It certainly shows a… Read more “Normalizing Breastfeeding or Breastfeeding Problems?”
Home Birth Prep: Installing the Car Seat
One of the most important items on our “Home Visit Checklist” is to ask whether or not you have installed your baby’s car seat. In most cases,… Read more “Home Birth Prep: Installing the Car Seat”
Cervical Cancer Screening
Cervical cancer screening is an essential discussion for any healthcare setting, and home birth midwifery practice is no exception. Since January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we… Read more “Cervical Cancer Screening”