by Lacey Morgan | Sep 6, 2019 | Featured, Labor
Did you know humans have not always engaged in umbilical cord clamping after delivery? It’s a relatively new concept. But then again, so is delayed cord clamping. Erasmus Darwin, grandfather to the more commonly known Charles Darwin, said, “[…] injurious to...
by Lacey Morgan | Aug 31, 2019 | Featured, Pregnancy
When it comes to pregnancy, the only thing predictable is unpredictability. For example, you are given a “due date” and set your whole life for the next nine months based on that single day. Did you know, only 5% of women deliver on their due date? 80% will deliver...
by Lacey Morgan | Aug 29, 2019 | Featured, Parenting
If you are like many people, your children just returned to school this week, or they will be soon. Along with this transition comes the stress of hectic, early mornings, the hustle of after school activities, and the time pressure of homework. Guess what else comes...
by Lacey Morgan | Aug 5, 2019 | Featured, Labor
Many of our clients express a serious concern over tearing while they push. To be precise, they are concerned about the tearing of the skin between their vagina and their anus, called the perineum. While this experience can be relatively common, being proactive may...
by Lacey Morgan | Jul 31, 2019 | Featured, Labor
I’m going to tell you a secret about birth positions. Like any juicy secret, I’m sure you will want to share it with your friends. It’s okay. You can tell others. Ready? Gravity pulls objects towards the center of Earth. Yup, it’s that simple....
by Lacey Morgan | Jul 30, 2019 | Featured, Personal Stories, Postpartum
My birth experience is not uncommon. After 24 hours of back labor, I caved. “I can’t do this anymore! I’m done! I need the epidural.” Broken and defeated with tears streaming down my face, I looked at my midwife and my husband, “I failed. I’m sorry.” I sobbed as the...
