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A Long Second Stage Birth

by Ireena Keeslar September 17, 2019

A story of serving through various births for the same, with a variety of outcomes.

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When a Baby Is Born with Surprises

by Alison Bastien September 17, 2019

Not every baby is born perfect. The author, a self-trained homebirth midwife from Mexico, shares some ideas to help guide people when they encounter a baby with surprises. Read more…. When a Baby Is Born with Surprises

Salt: A Simple Treatment for Umbilical Granulomas

by Carissa Baumgartner September 17, 2019

This helpful article explains how a simple household ingredient can be used for a non traumatic treatment for a common problem.

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The Portable Office: The Introductory Consultation Visit

by Regina Willette September 17, 2019

Learn what to cover in an initial free consultation visit for first-time homebirth clients.

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Second Stage of Labor: Does Pushing Too Long Cause Infant Problems?

by Ireena Keeslar September 17, 2019

This article covers whether there are adverse effects related to the duration of pushing and how pushing should actually be defined.

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Zebel and Salome, the Virgin Mary’s Midwives: Doubt, Faith, and the Miraculous in a Medieval Legend

by Jane Beal September 17, 2019

Drawing from extra-Biblical texts, Jane Beal writes about the Virgin Mary’s midwives and other details regarding the birth of Jesus.

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Increase Attendance at Your In-person Event in Two Easy Steps

by Emmy Kissinger September 17, 2019

A short piece with suggestions about how to get people to attend an event marketing your services.

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Freebirthing

by Deb Fiore September 17, 2019

Unassisted childbirth is a choice being made by some low-risk women. This article includes testimonials from some of them and suggests that we be less judgmental and try to understand what is motivating them.

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The Psychology and Illusion of Choice in Birth

by Victoria Karalun September 17, 2019

With two different births by the same woman, the author contrasts actual choice and the illusion of choice in both the trajectory and outcomes.

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Difficult Births with Good Outcomes

by Editorial September 17, 2019

Four educational vignettes about complicated births with positive outcomes.

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Pushing Uphill

by Mary Ann Lieser September 17, 2019

How did lithotomy position become the standard position for giving birth? This article discusses the work of George Engelmann and how this came about.