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With Women in Labor: Why and How Midwives Provide Labor Support
In times of stress and transformation, most people find the support of a trusted person to be a valuable tool. Challenges become manageable and fear can turn into determination if you are surrounded by people who believe in you and encourage you towards your goals. One time that this support is most valuable is when […]
What is a Midwife, Anyway? Understanding Modern Midwifery
Note: this article has been updated by Reb Huggins, CNM since originally written by Jabke Buesseler, CNM (now retired) in September, 2010. Most people know that midwives have something to do with delivering babies, but after that things get much fuzzier for many people. When I meet new people and tell them I’m a midwife, […]
Lubricant is your friend: navigating vaginal dryness and sex
This post was written by former WHA nurse practitioner Jacqui Quetal. Although Jacqui is no longer with WHA, we still love this advice! Hopefully your experiences have helped you realize that sex can be a fun and important part of a healthy relationship. But when sex becomes uncomfortable, unfortunately I find that my patients tend […]
Should I have my baby circumcised?
One of the major responsibilities of parents is to make decisions on behalf of your children. You decide what food you will offer them, what vaccines to give them and when, what movies they should/should not see and even whether they can go over to their friend’s house for the afternoon. Indeed, the list of […]
What if I go past my due date?
Pregnancy is full of anticipation, and it seems to start from the very beginning. Many patients are able to figure out their due dates immediately after their home pregnancy tests turn positive. We doctors and midwives count the days and weeks right along with you, so we can deliver the right care at the right […]
If I'm on the pill, will I ever be able to get pregnant?
A question we often hear is whether there are negative consequences for fertility from long-term use of hormonal contraceptives like the pill. This is a very reasonable concern since most women spend most of their years prior to menopause trying not to get pregnant. Contraception is a tremendous health benefit for women, as well as […]
Can I Get My Hair Colored When I’m Pregnant? And Other Common Questions
Almost as soon as expectant mothers (and fathers!) confirm a pregnancy, many important questions come to mind. Is my baby healthy? Will I be a good parent? What will childbirth be like? Other questions pop up along the way. Polling family and friends and searching the internet can lead to a variety of inconsistent answers. […]
Coping with a Common Cold in Pregnancy
It’s not uncommon for pregnant women to come down with a cold at least once during their nine months of pregnancy. It’s important to take extra care to avoid exposure to viruses, but it’s often hard to avoid. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about two- thirds of women in the U.S. […]
Can labor induction increase the chance of C-section?
Labor induction is the medical term for stimulating the onset of labor. A “successful” induction is considered to be one that leads to vaginal delivery. A common question we hear from pregnant patients is whether labor induction will increase the chance of having a Cesarean section delivery (C-section). The short answer? It depends. The relationship […]