July 07, 2017 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Rounding out our series on the top 10 fears about childbirth, we're talking today about number 10: episiotomy. As with each of the fears we've addressed, this too is a hot topic that's always addressed in a good childbirth class. (You can view the whole l
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June 09, 2017 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Welcome back to our series on the top 10 fears about childbirth that are addressed in a childbirth class! To view the whole list and links to the first articles, click here. Today, we're talking about the dreaded fear -- and very rare occurrence -- of mak
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September 02, 2016 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
We're reviving this series to bring you the last three of the fears listed in our top 10 fears about birth addressed in a childbirth class! To view the whole list and links to the first seven articles, click here. Today, we discuss the fear nearly everyon
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December 02, 2015 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
In this continued series, we're addressing the top 10 fears many pregnant people have of childbirth. Continuous labor support is vital in a person's birth experience. Partners, dads, doulas, family members, and friends all can serve wonderfully valuable r
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November 06, 2015 | by: Cara Terreri, LCCE, CD(DONA)
Coming in at number six on our list in the Top 10 Childbirth Fears series is "Will I really poop when I give birth?" This fear, though it has nothing to do with the health or safety of mom or baby, is HUGE in the minds of many expectant mothers. The ide
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