How to Prepare for Labor by Holding Ice
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
20h ago
In my childbirth classes one of the ways we prepare for labor is by holding ice. I realize this may sound super strange, but I’ve found it to be an … The post How to Prepare for Labor by Holding Ice appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
IV Pain Meds in Labor – An Epidural Alternative
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
20h ago
IV pain meds in labor are the go-to epidural alternative for parents looking for a less invasive pain medicine. In my experience as a doula, IV pain meds in labor … The post IV Pain Meds in Labor – An Epidural Alternative appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
43 Powerful Bible Verses for New Moms
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
3d ago
Mothering for the first time may fill us with wonder, fear, doubt, excitement, isolation, hope, and many other complicated emotions. Use these 43 powerful bible verses for new moms to … The post 43 Powerful Bible Verses for New Moms appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
12 Tips for Early Labor to Prioritize Rest and Avoid Exhaustion
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
4d ago
One of the best tips for early labor is to prioritize rest in order to avoid exhaustion in the later stages of labor. Why is prioritizing rest important? First time … The post 12 Tips for Early Labor to Prioritize Rest and Avoid Exhaustion appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
Smart Morning Sickness Tips for a Better First Trimester
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
5d ago
Over the years I’ve gathered the best, most strategic and smart morning sickness tips for a better first trimester. If you are newly pregnant (or thinking about becoming pregnant) this … The post Smart Morning Sickness Tips for a Better First Trimester appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
DIY All Natural Postpartum Survival Kit
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
5d ago
Having an all natural postpartum survival kit ready to go before birth is helpful because the first week postpartum can be really tough. Parents are transitioning to taking care of … The post DIY All Natural Postpartum Survival Kit appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
The Disadvantages of HypnoBirthing That Drive Me Crazy
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
1w ago
The disadvantages of HypnoBirthing are often unknown to new parents simply because of a lack of exposure and experience with the method. As a doula and birth assistant, I attend … The post The Disadvantages of HypnoBirthing That Drive Me Crazy appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
30 Summer Pregnancy Must Haves to Beat the Heat
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
1w ago
Mamas, cool off with these summer pregnancy must haves, and keep cool all summer long. For those that are new here, my name is Lindsey and I have lived in … The post 30 Summer Pregnancy Must Haves to Beat the Heat appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
12 Free Birth Affirmations for New Moms
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
1w ago
Mother Rising’s beautiful, free birth affirmations encourage and strengthen parents as they navigate through one of the most wonderful and difficult journeys of their lives. The heart expands with love … The post 12 Free Birth Affirmations for New Moms appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website
Holistic Postpartum Mental Health Resources for New Moms
Mother Rising Blog
by Lindsey VanAlstyne
1w ago
This is a list of holistic postpartum mental health resources for new moms that I’ve compiled over the years for my childbirth class students. Postpartum mental health is so important, … The post Holistic Postpartum Mental Health Resources for New Moms appeared first on Mother Rising ..read more
Visit website

Follow Mother Rising Blog on FeedSpot

Continue with Google
Continue with Apple
OR