Babymoon Blog
What NOT To Do in Labor
If you’re pregnant, there’s a good chance you’ve perused books, read articles, and taken classes giving you suggestions on what to do when you’re in labor. Move, breathe, change positions, bring a doula, stay hydrated, etc. But there are few additional things we...
Too Blessed to be Stressed
The holiday season is upon us and along with it can come extra demands on our time. Let’s all commit to having a stress-free, guilt-free and enjoyable holiday season this year with these simple reminders. “We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy,...
You CAN still transfer care to a birth center: Five myths busted!
Transferring care to a birth center more than halfway through my pregnancy turned out to be one of the best decisions I ever made. All of the concerns I had about switching providers later in pregnancy turned out to be myths, as you'll read below! "I won't have time...
Including Siblings in the Birth Experience
Are you considering including your older child or children in the birth of their sibling? While not for everyone, having your other children present at the birth can be a great experience for all of you. Still, there are a number of factors to consider when making...
Five Tips for Managing Labor Pain
When preparing for a natural birth, it’s common to be concerned about the discomforts of labor. In a country where the majority of vaginal births include epidural pain relief, and articles imploring women to “just get the epidural” are widespread, planning an unmedicated birth may seem intimidating. But we promise it’s actually very achievable! Here are a few tips for managing a med-free labor.
Medications and Breastfeeding
People often instinctively avoid medications – both prescription and over-the-counter—when pregnant or breastfeeding.
The good news is that that most medications are safe for breastfeeding.
Building Birth Centers and Community Support
Anyone who has ever set foot in a birth center knows they are an integral part of communities. And they often rely on community support to be born and subsequently thrive. We see building a birth center as the modern-day equivalent of a barn-raising, where people come together to create something that is vital to their community. It truly takes a village, and we are grateful for the support in many forms that we have received thus far!
About Babymoon Inn
Babymoon Inn is a full-scope midwifery practice and wellness center with locations in Phoenix and Tucson. Our team is committed to improving maternal outcomes and providing personalized, evidence-based care to all people.