June 04, 2021 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Thinking about taking a childbirth class, but aren't sure when you should do it? Lots of parents-to-be ask the same thing. The most basic answer, when it comes to taking a general childbirth class, is to take it closer to your due month so the information is fresh, but not too close in case your baby comes early. If you're taking a more specific childbirth class, the ideal timing may be different.
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July 03, 2017 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Whether you're planning on getting an epidural or not, planning on an induction or not, have a scheduled cesarean or not, chances are likely that you will have to experience some of the contractions and process of labor. As a childbirth teacher, I tell fa
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July 18, 2016 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Moving your body throughout labor and birth has so many benefits. It can reduce your time in labor, reduce your pain, and reduce your risk of unwanted interventions. We've talked at length about how you can maintain freedom of movement during labor and bi
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February 10, 2016 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
An article released this week in the Boston Globe discusses a phenomenon that's been taking place for a little while now -- many maternity wards in hospitals across the United States are doing away with the traditional nursery where babies go to be watche
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January 08, 2016 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
I often say to expectant parents that how labor and birth unfolds is based on the rule of 25% -- 25% preparation, 25% labor support, 25% choice of care provider and place of birth, and 25% good ole' fashioned luck. The good news is that, most of the time
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