Tag - pregnancy

Multiple pregnant women posing

A Field Guide to Birthing

Tom Ferguson, M.D. interviews Michael Witte, M.D., and Heidi Bednar, R.N. about their insights into how parents can research the birthing options available and discover that there is more flexibility than they expected.

Rubus idaeus

Raspberry

Rubus idaeus Rosaceae Habitat: Cultivated in most temperate countries. Collection: The leaves may be collected throughout the growing season.Dry slowly in a well-ventilated area to ensure proper preservation ofproperties. Part Used: Leaves and fruit...

Alternatives:Pregnancy pains

Alternatives:Pregnancy pains

Up to 80 per cent of women experience lower-back or pelvic pain during pregnancy, usually during the second or third trimester. As drug treatment can harm a developing fetus, pain management options are limited.

In 2001, the World Health Organization

Natural pain relief:

Natural pain relief:

Then, we have the mother-to-be who is looking forward to the big day but somewhat anxious about the pain involved. What natural forms of pain relief can she use to help her through the labour? Water births seem to get a big thumbs-up, judging by the...

Invalid OAuth access token - Cannot parse access token

Explore Wellness in 2021