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Research Confirms That Homebirth is Safe, Costs Less

Posted on October 11, 2017October 11, 2017 by MotherWise

Considering a homebirth? Good news! Two recent studies found that mothers with low-risk pregnancies should be considered safe candidates for giving birth at home. Not only that, but homebirths save "an average $2,338" compared to hospital births. I had my second...Read More

Pregnant? You NEED To Know About Belly Binding

Posted on June 26, 2015November 18, 2017 by MotherWise

Have you heard of belly binding? I hadn't until I took Gena Kirby's Rebozo class, where she demonstrated (among the many uses of Rebozo) prenatal belly binding for comfort and support. Belly binding has a long history in many different...Read More

The Minnesota Prison Doula Project

Posted on June 23, 2015August 27, 2016 by MotherWise

Imagine your first memories as a child are clouded in violence, fear, and instability. The person who was tasked with keeping you safe, who you loved unconditionally, was also the person with whom you shared your first high. You...Read More

A Love Letter To My Midwife

Posted on June 23, 2015September 18, 2017 by MotherWise

A thank-you to my midwife, and midwives everywhere. Dear Beth, Thank you for attending the birth of my baby. Thank you for your endless warmth, acceptance, and support. Thank you for your plethora of wisdom and knowledge. Thank you for...Read More

My Healing, Empowering Homebirth

Posted on June 23, 2015April 9, 2020 by MotherWise

My first birth was a disappointing hospital birth. My second was a hopeful, healing homebirth. This is my story. With every birth a mother is born. Whether it's your first or fifth birth, it is a transformative time, poignant and...Read More

Guest Post: Circumcision Part 1: Uninformed Consent– The REAL Dangers That Doctors Don’t Tell You About

Posted on June 21, 2015August 27, 2016 by MotherWise

Written by wise mama Amanda of Hippie Tree Hello, I’m Amanda Tyson and I had my son circumcised. I did it because it was “healthier.” I did it because my husband and brothers are all circumcised. I did it because...Read More

This is Why I Breastfeed in Public

Posted on June 21, 2015August 6, 2016 by MotherWise

In recent years, many moms have embraced the act of posting breastfeeding photos on social media as part of our effort to normalize nursing. The reaction is always the same: lots of support and celebration, lots of oohs and ahhs, but...Read More

Guest Post: Healing Postpartum Herbal Bath

Posted on June 21, 2015August 27, 2016 by MotherWise

Written by wise mama Crystal of Owl Heart After birthing, every woman needs dedicated time to heal and regroup while acclimating to the addition of a family member. While keeping up on hydration, nutrition, and rest is imperative there are...Read More

Pregnancy Announcement Etiquette

Posted on June 20, 2015August 27, 2016 by MotherWise

For some people, announcing a pregnancy is a happy, exciting time. Many soon-to-be mothers experience joyous reactions, hugs, happy tears, high-fives, and other loving, encouraging responses. Others are not so fortunate, and it seems that an etiquette guide is in...Read More

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