Being a midwifery student is fast paced, hard work! I have learned so much over my last 3 years as a student midwife – not just clinical… Read more “Top Tips for Midwifery Students”
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Mod Midwives: Practical Advice for Midwifery Practice-Organizational Tips
This week, Gina and Nedra talk listeners through how we organize our equipment and supplies–in our cars, bags, and office. And, as promised, you can watch the… Read more “Mod Midwives: Practical Advice for Midwifery Practice-Organizational Tips”
Mod Midwives: The Problem with the Mommy Wars
This week Gina and Nedra discuss why framing breastfeeding/chestfeeding as a simple parenting choice is problematic. Not only is it an oversimplification of very complex issue, this… Read more “Mod Midwives: The Problem with the Mommy Wars”
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?”
Book Review of Welcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man’s Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth and Fatherhood
This week I had the pleasure of reading David Arrell’s new book, Welcome to Fatherhood: the Modern Man’s Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth & Fatherhood. While not a… Read more “Book Review of Welcome to Fatherhood: The Modern Man’s Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth and Fatherhood”
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”
Mod Midwives: The Importance of Peer Review
Peer review is something that midwives–and clinicians of all types–regularly engage in. It’s an de-identified, confidential review of cases. It’s meant to provide the midwife with feedback,… Read more “Mod Midwives: The Importance of Peer Review”
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?”
Mod Midwives: Traits of a Homebirther
In this episode, Gina and Nedra discuss a less-than-concrete topic: what traits do homebirthers tend to have in common. From determination, resilience, and intelligence to flexibility and… Read more “Mod Midwives: Traits of a Homebirther”
How Does Having Twins Affect My Home Birth Plans?
The twin question comes up quite often in our practice – lots of people are worried or hopeful at the beginning of pregnancy that they may be… Read more “How Does Having Twins Affect My Home Birth Plans?”