Yes, that’s right. I was a collegiate cheerleader (Go Ducks!). The only thing that really has to do with what I’m about to share is the massive damage cheerleading did to my wrists. I was a stunter. I was thrown around a lot and mostly my landings equaled take-offs (thank you, Erik Greenman). When you are being thrown by an individual, you flick your wrists off theirs as they hold your waist. After a few years, I had a really hard time writing notes in class (the era before everyone had laptops). Even now, writing notes and cards can be a struggle after a bit. What the heck does that have to do with being a doula and the renowned double hip squeeze?!? Please allow me to elaborate! If you are a doula, partner, or other birth attendant, you may know very well the comfort and relief counter-pressure on the hips can be. It is opening to the front of the pelvis,... Read More
Part II: Postpartum Care Some people think urinary incontinence is to be expected after having a baby. Sneeze and pee, right? Here the doctors at Body Central Physical Therapy discuss why this doesn’t have to be your new “normal” and how physical therapy can...
Part I: Prenatal Care Most pregnancies come with the occasional aches and pains as relaxin loosens ligaments, the weight of a growing baby stresses the back and round ligaments, and the pelvis expands to accommodate baby. Massage and chiropractic care including the Webster...
My husband recently asked me why I’d engaged a travel agent for some upcoming trips. I simply explained that it wasn’t about saving money, per say, but saving me the time and anxiety in trying to find a place to stay, coordinate locations, and find things to do, places to eat,...
New guidance released this week by The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) states that for low risk pregnancies, maternity care providers should “facilitate limited medical intervention” in their approach to labor and delivery care. Committee Opinion...
What is TENS? TENS, or Transcutaneous Electronic Nerve Stimulation, is a small battery-operated device that delivers mild electric impulses to stimulating pads placed on a laboring woman’s back. TENS has been used since the 1960’s for labor pain management and is widely...
Image courtesy of kjnnt at FreeDigitalPhotos.net When I crowd-sourced for a new logo, I was pretty specific about what I wanted. I had an image of a mandala in my head and hoped one of the designers would “get it”. I received over one hundred submissions from all over the...
Calm Beautiful scenes and a nice voice to walk you through head-to-toe relaxation. You set the time for your meditation break. www.calm.com Whisperings: Solo Piano Radio Started by my friend and wonderfully masterful solo piano artist, David Nevue, you can’t go wrong...
Why Gena Kirby’s Rebozo Workshop was nothing like I thought it would be. Now mind you, it was everything I expected it to be. Positions and hands on practice and even the laughter and tears she promised. Yes, tears, because she is just that good. But it was...
Your client has made it as far as she can with your expert help and has now received her epidural and is resting peacefully. Now what? REST. Let your client rest. She has probably had a sleepless night and labor can be long, difficult work. Pushing requires a lot of...
“You are going to be a thousand different women in your lifetime; there is no need to worry about what you aren’t right now. Soon enough you will be more than you ever imagine. Just focus on breathing deeply and being...