Just thought I'd share this article. Make sure that your practitioner is qualified for prenatal massage. Prenatal Massage During the First Trimester By Elaine Stillerman, LMT Among some of the myths and old wives' tales surrounding prenatal massage is the misguided belief that massage should be avoided during the first…
I know it's been over two weeks since I've been on. It's been a really hard two weeks. I'll start with the birth but if you want the cliffnotes, scroll down! . So Charlie came along two days past his due date, but truly right on time. I went in to be induced on the 23rd because the midwife was concerned about my diabetes.…
Sunday the 11th: I started having contractions around 11pm that were like really bad menstrual cramps. They started in my lower back and wrapped around the front. I still didn?t think that it was actual labor though- I was already a week overdue and was convinced that I was never going to go into labor naturally. They…
I know a few of you requested I share my birth story when I finally got around to writing one. I want to thank you ladies again for the encouragement and support you provided when I shared that I was disappointed with the way things turned out. As you will see when you read my Birth story I have come around and am no…
*Posting here because whatever is happening, I am high risk due to weight, and symptoms. I am in a very confusing and difficult situation. I have a unique set of circumstances that many people would not typically know exsist ( I did not until now, myself). I desperately need support and advice here. Even if all you can say…