by Kelly | Apr 2, 2019 | Childbirth
Choosing your care provider is one of the most important (if not the most important) choice you’ll make when you’re pregnant. That’s because care models can differ drastically from provider to provider. It’s no big surprise that different policies, practices and...
by Kelly | Mar 6, 2019 | Postpartum
Social media is filled with images that are supposed to show us what pregnancy, birth, and motherhood really look like. But often times, what we absorb constantly on the internet is a far-cry from reality, especially when it comes to any of those aforementioned...
by Kelly | Feb 6, 2019 | Pregnancy Tips, SCV Birth Center
We hear about mindfulness all the time. Enough to know by now, that in theory at least, mindfulness is a good thing and we need more of it in our lives. But putting it into practice can be a confusion experience. How do we know if we’re being mindful or not? How can...
by Kelly | Dec 27, 2018 | Breastfeeding, Pregnancy Tips, Wellness
In a standard model of care, it’s not uncommon for practitioners to advise pregnant women to avoid drinking herbal tea. But the truth is, most herbs are safe for consumption during pregnancy. Most providers simply aren’t trained in herbs and can’t properly advise...
by Kelly | Dec 5, 2018 | Breastfeeding, Uncategorized
For most families, the holidays are a joyous time of year. Especially when there is a new baby in the mix, coming together with loved ones who may be meeting your child for the first time is exciting and likely, a tad emotional. But the holiday season for families...
