Having a Doula for Pregnancy and Beyond
October 3, 2009 by fishfry aka Elizabeth Figueroa
Published in Motherhood
Many people wonder why they even need a Doula, their doctor doesn’t seem to want you to have a Doula. Why then would you hire one, well lets look at the reasons in the article below; since most doctors want you in your room, relaxing in bed; ready to deliver on his schedule. Some doctor will let the progress go along naturally, letting you stay in control; but most want it to be done the way he or she says so?
In Labor or Not?
August 23, 2009 by fishfry aka Elizabeth Figueroa
Published in Motherhood
In Labor, or not that is always the question when a woman is going into labor. If you go to the hospital too soon, they will turn you away – if you go too late your spouse or partner may be delivering your baby.
Midwives: Angels in Disguise
June 24, 2009 by emilywarden
Published in Motherhood
I get so angry when I hear negative press about midwives and labour wards in our country. This is an article to praise the angels that we women could not live without.
Is There Such Thing as a Good Birth?
February 28, 2009 by fishfry aka Elizabeth Figueroa
Published in Motherhood
When prepared mentally, physically, and emotionally, we can all achieve whatever we set our heart out to do.
Technocracy: Fact or Myth What Does the Average Jane Think About Modern Day Delivery Dis/conveniences?
January 28, 2009 by Rebecca King
Published in Issues
Article and interview on the issue of technology and delivery, home birth or hospital.
Having Children
August 12, 2008 by paperbox
Published in Motherhood
Things that hospital and books and magazine don’t tell you.
The Thing…..continued.
October 26, 2006 by nightnighthoney
Published in Skin
Well there I was again……. lying back in that chair, the doctor hovering over me, his ‘tools’ of the trade all laid out ready, that huge spotlight shining in my face feeling like I was about to undergo an interrogation, and I was, of sorts…..
The Thing.
October 26, 2006 by nightnighthoney
Published in Skin
A few weeks ago I sustained an injury to my face. It couldn’t have been in a much worse position, at the side of my nose, right near my eye. About 2 weeks ago infection started to set in and it started to swell and it became painful
