Beyond the statistics though are real life testimonials of families who have seen what skin-to-skin contact can do for their transition into postpartum, new and new-again motherhood.

Education and information makes for a more empowered approach to bleeding during birth and after birth. Did you know every woman bleeds after vaginal birth? Let’s normalize what to expect and how to prepare.

My hope for every birthing person – especially birthing after loss – is that they are supported and educated in the decisions made best for their family. That they are held through tears of heartache and true joy. That they have hope when the burdens feel too heavy to carry.

Let’s talk about compassionate touch as a pain reducing strategy in labor. Here are some great options to try for your birth, Mom.

According to UNLV researchers, when they analyzed the concentrations of different substances in placenta capsules they not only found small amounts of minerals like iron and zinc. They also analyzed 17 different hormones in the placenta capsules!⠀

Cook your food. Your body has two options: 1. heal from childbirth or 2. digest your food & receive all the nutrients you need for your best postpartum (& breastfeeding experience if you are nursing)!⁠⠀