Before I had my first baby, I remember loading up on trail mix. I loaded up on a lot of food, too much actually, but specifically I remember the trail mix. Why? Because, after baby was born, I basically slept with the trail mix. I… [read more]
My Natural Labor, Birth, and Postpartum Care Kit
As labor approaches, I’m putting together a natural labor and postpartum care kit so I am ready to go for whatever situation arises! This kit includes some homeopathy, some essential oils, some herbs, and a few other items. You never know how labor is going… [read more]
What to Bring to the Hospital for a Natural Childbirth
It’s time again to pack that hospital bag! I was the person with my first baby that brought everything ever to the hospital. And truly, I thought I didn’t bring that much. I didn’t bring my own pillow, robe, or excessive extras. I did however,… [read more]
Natural, DIY “Tucks” Wipes and Postpartum Cooling Spray
Ask any woman who has given birth and she will most certainly tell you one of the most useful items to have on hand postpartum is a little jar of cooling wipes for the very sensitive areas that have gone through significant trauma from birth…. [read more]
Moisturizing Stretch Mark Cream for Baby Bellies and More
If you’ve ever seen a pregnant woman, or if you are pregnant (which you probably are if you’re reading this) you’ll know that a pregnant body gets a little stretched out. It’s pretty incredible to witness the human body accommodate another human so flawlessly, and… [read more]
The Ultimate List of Resources for Natural Childbirth Preparation
I’m all about childbirth preparation. I can’t stress enough how beneficial it has been for me to go into childbirth and newborn life with a slight idea of what I was doing! It is of great importance to be educated about birth, especially if you… [read more]
How I’m Preparing for My Natural Hospital Birth (The Second Time)
I’m 32 weeks pregnant, which means it is that time again. Already? Having kicked butt at one natural childbirth, I have a certain sense of confidence going into this one. However, I’m not going to be naive and think that I can just wing it and… [read more]
What is the Rhogam Shot and Is It Safe?
What is the Rhogam shot? Simply put, the Rhogam shot is a preparation of an antibody known as Anti-D, derived from human donors, that is given to Rh negative women during pregnancy, or given to an Rh negative male or female after exposure to Rh… [read more]
