A mother’s case against a father’s case against breastfeeding
Yesterday I came across this article written by a father against breastfeeding. And I got angry because it was just so, so wrong.
Why the Vaccine Industry needs a new PR Strategy
My take on the all-too-common statements that research into vaccines isn't necessary and that the request for it is "stupid".
Birth Story: Sam in NZ
A beautiful home birth story from Sam in New Zealand!
Guest Post: Another Response to Dr. Stoppard
I am happy to share yet another response to that asinine article by Dr. Stoppard in the Daily Mirror about when a woman should stop breastfeeding! Thank you to Rachel Cadger for sharing this with us.
When Should You Stop Breast Feeding? A Response to Dr. Stoppard
Today an article in the Daily Mirror in the UK was brought to my attention. It’s called ‘When Should You Stop Breast Feeding?’ by Dr. Miriam Stoppard. And for lack of a better term, it’s crap.
Science and C-Sections: What Do We Know?
The problem is that the c-section has been seen as an equal alternative (or sometimes even better alternative) to vaginal birth for people with no medical reason to have a c-section. But there are repercussions to this for both the mother and child and it’s my hope to explore those herein.
Breastfeeding Beyond A Year: Is There A Point?
This post was inspired by a question from Sally who directed me to the article below debunking the many “benefits” touted in blogs and sites about breastfeeding beyond a year.
Parenting, Work, and the Spoiled Baby
Recently I was lead to a piece written by Katha Pollitt who claims that Attachment Parenting is bad not only for women, but for children too. Her evidence? Well, none.
Guest Post: Does It Really Matter? (A Poem)
Trisha Lawrie has kindly shared three incredibly powerful poems regarding birth and I am thrilled to share them. I feel they speak to so much that we speak of on EP and give voice to experiences that, sadly, far too many women experience during the birth process.
Guest Post: A Letter Regarding Birth and Breastfeeding
The following is an email sent to Professor Elizabeth Armstrong of Princeton University after she wrote an op-ed piece for the New York Times on the use of formula in hospitals. I believe they both make wonderful points and hope more people consider all the factors that can help women and babies have the best start in life.