Pregnancy

Packing a bag for your birth shouldn’t feel like packing for a week’s vacation abroad. You’ll have your arms full enough on the way into the hospital…

Given that approximately 1 in 4 baby’s is delivered by cesarean birth in Canada, vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is becoming more common. Some women and their partner’s may opt to have a repeat cesarean birth, but some may aim to have a VBAC.…

Because birth is such a transformative experience, some trepidation is normal and to be expected. However, in our current media culture, birth is portrayed…

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding is about breastfeeding an infant to toddler. I profess to having avoided it for years as I have had two successful breastfeeding experiences with my children. But I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the book covers much more.…

Its also a good idea to learn about epidurals even if you really don’t want one! Things can change rapidly in childbirth and there are sometimes reasons that your Dr. or Midwife even may suggest an epidural. The last thing anyone would ever want was to be forced to make a last minute decision without all the facts. So in true Balancing from Birth to Baby form, let us help empower you with knowledge.…

Are you confused yet about all the things you should and shouldn’t be doing, should and shouldn’t be eating? Eating well during your pregnancy can not only be super beneficial to your little baby but can also make a world of a difference in your pregnancy. Katie Kahvo Registered Holistic Nutritionist gives her tips for eating healthy during pregnancy.…