EXPECTING A BABY
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Pregnancy involves a range of issues, both physiological and emotional. Though complex, dealing with physical issues is very well understood.
There are hormonal changes that have been thoroughly studied and medical technology is up to the task of maximizing the odds of a good outcome.
Dealing with the psychological issues is less straight forward, but [...]
What’s a Midwife?
For centuries giving birth was strictly an affair between the pregnant woman and a midwife. Though not always present, a mid-wife would frequently aid in the birthing process.
The role was often performed by an older woman who had previously experienced birth herself. She gave comfort, medical knowledge based on real experience and a second [...]