Reiki Demystified

I am often asked, “So what exactly is Reiki?”  As a practitioner of Reiki, I have been privileged to witness the many awesome benefits of Reiki first hand.  I have …

I Guess I’ll Just Have to Wing It

Recently, I was contacted by a woman who was having some issues with anxiety about her pregnancy.  After speaking with her about her unsuccessful search for a doula in her area, …

A Little Bit Pregnant: A Miscarriage Survival Guide

“10-20% of known pregnancies end in miscarriage” Pregnancy loss is something that happens to so many women, but it is probably one of the least talked about parts of pregnancy.  …

Pregnant? 5 Questions to Ask When Choosing A Care Provider!

  So you found out you’re expecting a little bundle of joy.  Congratulations!  What next?  One of the most important times of any woman’s life is bringing life into the …

The Birthing Room Rookie Chronicles, Vol. II: Unnecessarian, maybe…

“…if anything happens, just save the baby!” I briefly mentioned in my last blog that things took an interesting turn during my labor and the room had to be cleared …

The Birthing Room Rookie Chronicles, Vol. I: The Power of Empowerment

“Everyone out, I have to check her….” Almost 10 years ago, I found myself in a labor and delivery room with Salsa music blasting in the background while six of my …

I AM THE INTERNET AUTHORITY ON BIRTH!

If you spend any amount of time in the internet birth forums, you will find that there are several opinions about the best way to give birth.  If you have …