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Circumcision, Science, and Religion: Part 3

A continuation of the circumcision discussion with a focus on the science behind sexual functioning after circumcision, complications due to circumcision, and an overall summary of the scientific research. [...]

Circumcision, Science, and Religion: Part 2

A continuation of the examination of issues, primarily scientific, around the circumcision debate. [...]

Circumcision, Science, and Religion: Part 1

One of the touchier subjects in natural parenting circles is the issue of male circumcision. It can cause two individuals who agree on every other aspect of parenting to cease speaking or supporting one another. [...]

It’s Okay To Tell by Lauren Book: A Review

Most of the time the books I review are fun reads. Not with this one. If I had my way, this book would be a mandatory read in all high schools and for all [...]

Birth Story – Lizzie from the UK

Thank you to Lizzie for sharing a wonderful home birth story! [...]

Dad’s Corner: One Dad’s Take on Delivery Day

Although it would be easy to scare most expectant dads in to thinking the birthing experience is a harrowing ordeal (which for some it can be), most dads don't ever encounter the many delivery downsides. [...]

Birth Story: Annelize from Vancouver

Part way through my pregnancy, I found out that my baby was breech. My options were a breach birth or a c-section. I chose a c-section. [...]

Birth Story: Lindsey from South Yorkshire, England

Here's our second guest birth story. I am honestly so excited to be sharing these with everyone - they're all truly remarkable! [...]

Debunking the Myth of Mommy Guilt 2: Taking My Own Advice

I finally realized that I didn’t suffer from guilt at all, I suffered from shame. Every time I made a mistake, it was as if that was one more thing that made it clear I [...]

To Drug or Not to Drug? The Epidural Debate

By Tracy G. Cassels Disclaimer:  The following article involves topics of a medical nature.  This commentary is not supposed to take the place of advice given by a medical professional (midwife or doctor).  It simply provides [...]