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Breech, Posterior and a Deflexed Head! An Active Birth Solution?

by Maggie Banks September 1, 2009

This article outlines possible solutions to a deflexed, posterior breech birth. The author makes the case that active birth is one of the most effective approaches.

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Some Traditional Practices from Around the World

by Editorial September 1, 2009

Some Traditional Practices from Around the World

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Are Traditional Chinese Medicine Theories of Normal Delivery Supported by Evidence-based Medicine?

by Zhang Hongyu September 1, 2009

Traditional Chinese Medicine is a summary of ancient practice experiences, rather than the results of randomized controlled trials. This article uses evidence from modern scientific knowledge to determine whether TCM theories of normal delivery are well-supported by evidence-based medicine.

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Homebirth Through a Mother’s Eyes

by Mary Kury September 1, 2009

The author tells the story of her empowering late-pregnancy change from planning an obstetrician-led hospital birth to having a midwife-attended homebirth.

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Some Traditional Umbilical Cord Care Practices in Developing Countries

by Cheryl K. Smith September 1, 2009

Babies born in developing countries around the world often do not have the benefit of sanitary methods for cutting the umbilical cord or keeping the cord clean. This article discusses a variety of the traditional cord care practices that have evolved in different countries, some of which are harmful and some that help to ensure that bacteria do not enter the cord stump.

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Avery, during his newborn exam

At the Gates of Life and Death

by Rachael Knudson September 1, 2009

Working as a home health aide while pursuing her midwifery education, Rachel Knudsen discovers the parallels between the way people enter the world and the way they leave it, and makes the case for both conscious birth and conscious death.

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Open Throat, Open Vagina

by Debra Flashenberg September 1, 2009

Vocal toning isn’t just an exercise for singers; use of this technique can benefit birthing mothers by causing their pelvises to relax and open.

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Am I a Traditional Midwife?

by Brandi Wood September 1, 2009

What is a traditional midwife? Brandi Wood discusses this question in the context of her own identity, as an apprentice-trained midwife who also makes the most of 21st century technology. Read more…. Am I a Traditional Midwife?

Drawing of a birth by the author’s then four-year-old son—complete with mother, baby, and the placenta in a bowl (lower right).
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A Tale of Two Births

by Molly Remer September 1, 2009

In telling the story of witnessing of a friend’s two similar yet different births, Remer explores how a care provider’s attitudes and beliefs about birth can affect their interactions with the laboring mother, and in turn affect her experience of the birth.