February 12, 2012

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Optimal Fetal Positioning

Optimal Fetal Positioning by Amy Fuller Reprinted with permission from Doula Momma’s site.  Original link can be found here. ‘Optimal Fetal Positioning‘ (OFP) is a theory developed by a midwife, Jean Sutton, and Pauline Scott, an antenatal teacher, who found that the mother’s position and movement could influence the way her baby lay in the […]

Finding a Care Provider After a Special Scar Cesarean

Special Scars Week was prematurely wrapped up.  This post, and the one to follow on optimal fetal positioning, are the last two in our series on Special Scars. Finding a care provider after a Special Scar By Katie Perez After a Special Scar cesarean, it can be a challenge for the woman to grapple with […]

Celebrating 30 Years of ICAN: 30 Crafts–New Mom Affirmation Cards

One thing I love about this craft is how very personal you can make it.  The creation of the cards can be a reflection on your own unique style, and the messages you put on the cards can be really personalized to the recipient of the affirmations.  From simple messages like “I am a wonderful […]

Wrapping up Special Scars Week on the Blog

Special Scars Week on the Blog has come to an end.  I would like to take the time to personally thank Jessica Tiderman & Katie G. Perez of Special Scars~Special Women for their collaboration on this very special project.  It’s been an amazing week full of resources, support, information, and beautifully inspiring birth stories from […]