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  The History and Philosophy of Birth Centers: Why They Matter   Birth centers are becoming increasingly popular for advocates of natural birth and holistic healthcare. Part of this preference can be attributed to the core philosophy behind birth centers and what they stand to promote.   The Origins of Birth Centers   Until the… Continue reading The History and Philosophy of Birth Centers: Why They Matter

    Can I Get an Induction at the Birth Center? Birth induction is a common concept in hospital births. You might have come across the term during any of your childbirth education videos or reading. While it is a common practice in hospitals, it is not something that birth centers use. Here’s what you… Continue reading Can I Get an Induction at the Birth Center?

  Is a Home Birth Messy? More people are choosing natural birthing options, leading to a rise in home births. Similar to the birth center experience, a home birth allows mothers to bring their babies into the world in a safe and familiar environment. Many mothers choose home birth because they feel more comfortable and… Continue reading Is a Home Birth Messy?

  How to Use a Birth Sling in Labor At the birth center, we promote natural techniques like postural methods and breathing exercises to ease labor pain and support birthing.     Many find a birthing sling helpful for staying upright and relieving back pain during contractions. Let’s learn more about the birth sling in this… Continue reading How to Use a Birth Sling in Labor

  Does the Birth Center Accept Medicaid? Having a baby is an exciting journey, but we understand that expenses can quickly add up—from setting up a nursery to purchasing essentials. Adding the cost of birth and delivery can feel overwhelming.    We believe the cost shouldn’t be a barrier to quality healthcare and that every… Continue reading Does the Birth Center Accept Medicaid?

    Does the Birth Center Offer Pitocin? Pitocin is a type of synthetic hormone that mimics the human hormone oxytocin. Oxytocin helps promote uterine contractions during labor. Pitocin is usually administered to mothers during labor to enhance uterine contractions and augment labor in case of inadequate contractions. Birth centers are focused on promoting natural… Continue reading Does the Birth Center Offer Pitocin?

  What is Preeclampsia?  While pregnancy is usually a healthy and normal process, certain health conditions can sometimes arise, like preeclampsia and eclampsia, that need to be monitored by your healthcare team.   What is preeclampsia?   Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-specific complication that is characterized by high blood pressure, swelling of body parts such as… Continue reading What is Preeclampsia?

  Fitness During Pregnancy  While many think of pregnancy as a time to solely rest and limit physical activity, science now promotes the idea of maintaining fitness carefully during pregnancy. Research indicates that physical exercise improves pregnancy outcomes and prevents many pregnancy-related illnesses. Let’s talk about this idea in a little bit more detail.  … Continue reading Fitness During Pregnancy

How Do I Know if a Birth Center is Right For Me? When choosing your birthplace, select a place that feels right for you. Every pregnancy is different, but here is a general approach to know if the birth center is a good fit.   Understanding What a Birth Center Is   A birth center… Continue reading How do I know if a birth center is right for me?

  What is Induction?   Labor is a natural process that typically occurs between 37 and 42 weeks of pregnancy. In some cases, getting labor started may be achieved through natural or medical interventions, a process known as labor induction. Here’s some things you should know about labor induction.   What is induction?   Induction… Continue reading What is Induction?