: ' pregnancy'
I’m Sorry, We Failed
We have failed so many families and for that I am truly sorry. [...]
The Media and Birth: How the Media Views Birth
Over two posts, I want to look at (1) how the media views birth and then (2) the implications of this view for birthing women. [...]
The Vicious Cycle
Sadly in many areas, we push progress for the sake of progress without stopping to ask if it’s even necessary. And when we do see it as necessary, we have to ask what got us [...]
When Pregnancy is Criminal
New research shows us how real and scary the reality is of being a pregnant woman in the United States today. Especially if you are a poor pregnant woman. [...]
In the News… January 2, 2013
Do you think that we need to focus more on parenting when it comes to fixing the societal problems pertaining to low empathy and kindness? Do you believe that praise can hurt our kids? Why [...]
In The News… November 25, 2012
A series I hope to continue on a semi-regular basis – a quick round-up of some of the more interesting pieces I’ve seen in the news. Comments and discussions encouraged! [...]
Birth Story – Shawna from Australia
Let me tell you a story about an end and a beginning. This story takes place over a very short period of time, only twelve hours, but being as it was the end of Life As [...]
Birth Story – Alex from Adelaide, AU
Another wonderful birth story coming from Australia this time, thanks to Alex over at Alive and Blogging :) [...]
ReBirth – Volume 8
It's been a while since I shared a reprint of ReBirth and I admit part of that has been that it's something I couldn't look at for a while after losing my mother. I have [...]
Birth Story – Sam from the UK
Another amazing birth story, this time from our Doula friend Sam from Blooming Miracle Doula Services. [...]
One Year Later
Thanks for sharing your story and this important message. "Healing" i
One Year Later
Thank you for sharing the tender underbelly of your grief. I lost my m
One Year Later
I really hear you on so many points, in so many places. Thank you for
Interview with Darcia Narvaez
Thank you, thank you! What a wonderful interview. I subscribed to your
Playing at the Park
Thank you! And yes, I'll fix that when I have a chance :) Oops!!