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im a ftm and really wanting to go natrual and heard that raspberry leaf tea is good for strengthning the uterus. any of you drink it? whats the best brand and any more tips (excersises ect..) i can do to help with labor?
by cheyennemommytobe on Apr 08, 2013
So my midwife has stated that red raspberry leaf tea and evening promise oil really don't work so not to use them.
Anyone else's midwife said the same thing??
Anyone else's midwife said the same thing??
by RealistMa on Apr 10, 2013
Kadence Leanne..born 4/9 @ 5:04am. 6lbs 2oz, 18 3/4in long. 100% Natural! 4 hour labor and pushed 2 times. Everything went exactly how I wanted....just perfect!! Speechless!! In awe!!
by mcantrell47 on Apr 09, 2013
Hey ladies. I'm a FTM 10w2d and am planning a natural birth at a birthing center associated with a hospital. I've been having an absolutely horrible pregnancy, mostly due to MS. I've had to take zofran a few times because there are some days when I can't even keep water down and so staying hydrated is sometimes an issue. My midwives are awesome and DH is incredibly supportive, but there are times when I feel like I don't know how I'll make it to the end of the pregnancy. I also get nervous because I have not been able to keep my prenatals down - even the gummies come back up. Did anyone else go through this? I'd love some advice. Also, some of the things that are always suggested for MS - ginger, saltines - I can't stomach anymore because they've made me sick too many times and I have bad associations with them. Thanks in advance for any input!
by ellbeeh on Mar 31, 2013
Any of you natural birthing mamas have twins or pregnant with twins? I'm 12 weeks pregnant with twins and planning an at home water birth, I can't wait! Am I the only one?
by iLoveMandie on Apr 09, 2013
Do you know if oil pulling is safe during pregnancy? I use sunflower oil, cold pressed, and I've heard it is the slowest dextox oil (versus coconut oil which I read is the strongest) Anyway, one of my teeth feels a little sore and I'm worried could be a cavity so I'd live to get back into oil pulling. Thanks!
by mommylove84 on Dec 07, 2012
Exciting shopping trip! Can anyone give feedback on any of these books?
by wannabeamamma on Apr 03, 2013
There is nothing like this constant battle with my OB! Last week she told me my pelvic arch was narrow and she had her reservations about a natural delivery. Today she wanted to schedule an ultrasound because she thinks the baby is big and she would like to be prepared.
She was definitely surprised when I told her I wasn't going to schedule an ultrasound and that IF the baby is "too big" for my "narrow pelvic arch," we can get a second opinion while I'm delivering. She's a sweet person, but seems to hate the idea of me having a natural birth. Little does she know, I can out-stubborn her on every level.
I read the fun article called "10 Things Your Doctor Will Say to Get You to Have a C-Section." Can't wait to see what she says next week.
I'd love to switch to a midwife, but they don't take transfers after 20 weeks (I tried at 30) and now I'm due in 2.5 weeks 😳
My plan is to birth at home for as long as possible before going in. She signed off on my birth plan, so I'm hoping I don't have to fight her during delivery. Any other advice is welcome :).
This concludes my rant.
She was definitely surprised when I told her I wasn't going to schedule an ultrasound and that IF the baby is "too big" for my "narrow pelvic arch," we can get a second opinion while I'm delivering. She's a sweet person, but seems to hate the idea of me having a natural birth. Little does she know, I can out-stubborn her on every level.
I read the fun article called "10 Things Your Doctor Will Say to Get You to Have a C-Section." Can't wait to see what she says next week.
I'd love to switch to a midwife, but they don't take transfers after 20 weeks (I tried at 30) and now I'm due in 2.5 weeks 😳
My plan is to birth at home for as long as possible before going in. She signed off on my birth plan, so I'm hoping I don't have to fight her during delivery. Any other advice is welcome :).
This concludes my rant.
by gpatterson on Mar 27, 2013
I wanted a drug free birth but now that i am a month away from it and feeling some pains am freaking out i dont think i am strong enough and will ask for epidural right away
Any advice any encouragement words please :(
Any advice any encouragement words please :(
by MamiDayana on Apr 05, 2013