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Variations of Breech Birth

Written by Amanda Schewaga

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Breech birth occurs in about 1 in 25 births and can cause anxiety and stress on the mother. There are many ways of dealing with breech and sometimes the baby will realign to go head down. The few weeks leading up to the birth are important and often the baby…

Is Failure to Progress a Reason for C-Section?

Written by Nicole Thomas

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Is Failure to Progress a Reason for C-Section?

Upon hearing this one may ask themselves this question "failure to progress...or failure to wait?", understandably so when approximately 1/3 of women will have a cesarean and a number of emergency cesareans happen for this reason. Understandably there are times when a cesarean is warranted and baby is in distress.…

Beyond the Bump Doulas

Written by Chelsea Harris

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5 Reasons to Hire a Doula for Your Birth The word "doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning "a woman who serves." In today’s world, this word is used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before,…

Alex’s Birth Story – Cutting the Nuchal Cord

Written by Kate Emerson

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Alex’s Birth Story – Cutting the Nuchal Cord

This is Kate’s story about the birth of her son Alex, who had his cord cut before he was born. Longer than your usual birth story, it includes explanations about the injuries her son sustained when his cord was prematurely cut. The aim of this story is to raise awareness…

Face of Birth - documentary teaser

Written by Amanda Schewaga

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This is a powerful video! It is a teaser for the upcoming documentary the Face of Birth. A documentary about pregnancy, childbirth and the power of choice. Home birth IS a safe choice!

Monty Python - Hospital Sketch

Written by Amanda Schewaga

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This is the Hospital Sketch from Monty Pythons Meaning of Life. It is very comedic and entertaining. However, it also does show that often during a hospital birth, the woman can become background to all the elements going on around her. In reailty, it should center on her and her…

Key Questions for Your Care Provider During Pregnancy & Birth

Written by Amanda Schewaga

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Key Questions for Your Care Provider During Pregnancy & Birth

Being pregnant is a very exciting and overwhelming time. You have a 1000 questions and want to make the most of every minute, especially during your birth, having a capable care provider you trust is ever important. Who you chose as your care provider can make your pregnancy and birthing…

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A Beautiful Waterbirthing Story

Written by Amanda Schewaga

This video is so beautiful and inspirational. It is a family from Brisbane and the entire birth is captured from start to finish. Theo was born in the Royal Women's Birth Centre, Brisbane. Zero interventions at 42+ weeks. Caught by a midwife. 6 hr labour, 15 mins of pushing and…

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Truly Amazing Waterbirth with a Blinking Baby

Written by Amanda Schewaga

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Truly Amazing Waterbirth with a Blinking Baby

This is an amazing waterbirth that truly shows the power of birth and a determined baby. This baby was out to the shoulders then just hung out there blinking underwater and was completely healthy and fine. It is truly amazing footage. For more natural birthing videos, you can also check…

The Timeless Way: Part 5 Clip

Written by Amanda Schewaga

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This is the fifth clip of "The Timeless Way: Consequences of Modern Birth Practices" The Timeless Way uses birth art from prehistory to the present -- combined with live video of contemporary births -- to provide a cross-cultural perspective on how women from around the world have given birth through…