by Rachel Yellin | Oct 7, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources
In this 30 minute video, researcher, Ryan McAllister, PhD from Georgetown University, points to some of the ways that birth in hospitals is simply not working. He states clear evidence, statistics, and outcomes, and most importantly, points to what women actually need...
by Rachel Yellin | Oct 5, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources
Photo Credit Britt Fohrman Having been a doula (professional childbirth assistant) from 2002 – 2009, it seems so clear why having a doula with you before, during and after birth would not only be helpful, but necessary. I remember countless births where I knew...
by Rachel Yellin | Aug 30, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources
Instinct tells us, along with oodles of evidence, that breastfeeding your baby is the way to go. But it’s not just about getting the breast in the baby’s mouth… it’s about allowing the baby to initiate his/her own feeding. It’s also about...
by Rachel Yellin | Aug 27, 2016 | Childbirth Preparation, Childbirth Resources
Photo by Britt Fohrman When people ask me why they should take a prenatal class instead of a regular yoga class during pregnancy, my answer is layered and complex. Let’s start with the basics: The physical benefits. Prenatal classes include poses that stretch...
by Rachel Yellin | Aug 20, 2016 | Childbirth Resources
It’s time we got the facts about cutting the foreskin off of baby boys. For a long time, I’ve danced around the topic, suggesting that circumcision is not in a baby’s best interest. Well, this video is the proof. If you are considering circumcision,...
