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All in one place! An estimated 40-60% of all labors in the U.S. are induced. Especially during the holidays, talk of induction inevitably comes up. If you find yourself scheduled for an induction of labor, I've got everything you need to prepare: What is an induction? Common Steps Natural Ways to Induce How to Prepare Your Body What to Pack Reconsidering Pain Management What is Induction? My definition might be slightly different than others: ANYTHING you do to try and get la

This high-protein muffin is perfect for pregnancy and postpartum!

The Birthing from Within logo is a labyrinth, so you know they are an important! I use labyrinths throughout my Birthing From Within...

Most birthing classes include breathing techniques so there is a myth that you need to learn the right way to breath through a...

If you are interested in a childbirth education class, you might find yourself sorting through many different curriculums: Hypnobirthing,...

We are taught from a young age in the United States that we need to be on high alert, because pregnancy can happen anytime, anywhere,...

Are you interested in giving birth in a tub or birth pool? Often, in order to use a birthing tub you have to sign a consent form. Many of...

When building a family, queer folks are usually inviting at least one variable into the making of their child. If you are hoping to...

Did you know that anyone with mammary tissue can make milk? There are many ways to bond with your new baby, and if you are someone with breast/mammary tissue, nursing might be one of one them. That includes trans moms, too! For households with 2+ people with the desire to lactate, a whole galaxy of options opens up to how your might nourish and soothe your baby. If you or your partner are considering inducing lactation, I'm here to help! Read on for both general and local rec

Part 3 of my series about places to give birth in and around the Chicago area features Northwestern Prentice Women's Hospital. Get a doula's hot take! Prentice is delivering three times more babies than the next largest hospitals in the Chicago area (almost 12,000 per year). It is a huge and therefore complex institution. Read on to learn more. Part 1: Birth Center of Chicago; permanently closed June 2026 Part 2: Illinois Masonic Part 3: Northwestern Prentice Part 4: Evanston

An expensive tool that some parents swear saved their lives and sanity in the first months postpartum. The real question before you drop...

Have you been considering preserving your birth story through professional birth photography? It's a life event that cannot be...

Getting to the postpartum period means you and your family now have a new, miraculous baby with their own needs, emotions, and schedule....

I've had three families cancel placenta encapsulation this month. It's totally up to you if you want to have placenta pills and I don't...

Well, first, what is a doula? What are the different types of doulas? Doulas’ work across the many types can be generally described under...

Happy Pride! I am more of a Pride-is-everyday and inclusive-is-good-for-everyone kinda guy, but who can resist a post with all the best...