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A Guide to Labour Positions & Comfort Measures
By Llamamma Mothercare Every labour is unique. Some births move quickly, others unfold slowly over many hours. What’s universal, however,...
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Sep 264 min read


Finding Your Flow: Pain Management Options for Birth
By Llamamma Mothercare Let me begin by saying that birth is incredible, and you possess immense strength! I truly believe that with...
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Sep 55 min read


Breaking the Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle: How to Shift from Fight-or-Flight to Calm and Connected in Labor
Breaking the Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle: How to Shift from Fight-or-Flight to Calm and Connected in Labor
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Sep 52 min read


Informed Consent at Birth
Decision-Making Framework: The BRAIN Acronym highlights key considerations – Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, Intuition, and Nothing. By:...
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Jul 272 min read


Postpartum Hemorrhage Isn’t a Mystery — It’s a Systemic Warning Sign
By Llamamma Mothercare Postpartum Hemorrhage Isn’t a Mystery Postpartum Hemorrhage Isn’t a Mystery — It’s a Systemic Warning Sign....
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Jul 182 min read


Why Choose a Doula — and How Medicaid Can Cover the Cost in Washington
By Llamamma Mothercare Welcoming a new baby is a deeply transformative time. Having the right support can make all the difference—not...
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Jul 52 min read


The Natural Wisdom of Birth
… by Llamamma Mothercare When you’re carrying life, your heart is full of dreams for your baby: health, safety, and a loving beginning....
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Jun 303 min read


Did You Know? Medicaid Covers Birth Doulas in Washington State!
Did You Know? Medicaid Covers Birth Doulas in Washington State!
If you’re pregnant in Vancouver, Washington, and enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid), here’s something powerful you might not know...
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Jun 273 min read


Why Choose a Doula? The Power of Informed Support
Written by “ If a doula were a drug, it would be unethical not to use it .” John H. Kennell, MD When you're planning for birth, you're...
petrinolyndsey
Jun 273 min read


🌿 Pregnancy and Hydration
"If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water." - Loren Eiseley, Written by Llamamma Mothercare Inspired by Vancouver...
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Jun 273 min read
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