by betterbirth | Jan 15, 2017 | Labor, Pregnancy
Pregnancy Around the World: Uganda Fatuma: Mama to Many Fatuma is a remarkable Ugandan woman whom I have the privilege of calling a friend. After being rejected by her Muslim family for converting to Christianity, she taught herself English and became “Mama” to over...
by betterbirth | Dec 31, 2016 | Labor, Pregnancy
Water Birth in Scotland Sarah experiences a range of emotions many mama’s encounter as labor begins. We know that not everything will always go as planned during birth (see more about birth plans here), yet she does an amazing job of taking everything in stride....
by betterbirth | Oct 21, 2016 | Labor
natural birth Jessa is the first of her siblings to be born at home. Her mom, Lisa, is a strong woman with a military background who had always been induced and delivered at the hospital. This time she wanted something different. With the support of her husband Nick,...
by betterbirth | Sep 26, 2016 | Labor
Labor Why Have a Plan? There are innumerable decisions to be made during labor and delivery. How do you want to deal with pain management? Who do you want to cut the cord? What if the baby needs to go to the NICU? Does dad follow? Does he stay with mom? Is your goal...
