I came across an article that said that “Overuse of therapeutic procedures, diagnostic tests, and medications is an understudied problem that may account for as much as 30% of healthcare spending in the United States and result in harm to patients, … Read More
This video discusses cervical checks in the context of preventing gbs infections, but I think we need to look much broader than that. There are not a whole lot of reasons to check women so often before or during labor. … Read More
Black Cohosh to Induce Labor What it is: Black Cohosh is another plant that has historically been used by midwives to help induce labor. It is made from the root and is available as a tincture, capsule or tea. Not much is … Read More
Natural induction methods are often used by women who also desire to have doulas. In my doula certification course, methods of induction are presented so that the doula can help provide information to the birthing mother. The doula must be … Read More
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