Birth Plans Birth plans, ahhh, what a controversial topic! They really shouldn’t be. My opinion is that a birth plan is an incredibly valuable tool and every woman
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C-sections: What Happens in The Operating Room?
This is a continuation of my last post. The last post explained who typically is in the OR during the procedure and what to expect in regards to
What to Expect When You’re Getting a Cesarean Section
So you are having a c-section! In this blog, you are going to find out all the (gory) details of what typically happens during this surgery. This way,
Question & Answer Session with a Labour and Delivery Nurse: Part 2
This post contains questions I get when working as a labour and delivery nurse. Do you have any that I haven’t covered? Feel free to contact me and
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Inductions
Induction of Labour So, your doctor or midwife has told you that you need an induction to start your labour. What does that entail? Firstly, there are many
Question & Answer Session with a Labour and Delivery Nurse
Becoming parents for the first time can be daunting. With so many unknowns, people are bound to have a lot of questions. The number one aspect of my
More About Breastfeeding in The Beginning
This post is a continuation of my last post about breastfeeding. We now know that breastfeeding is a natural process that most women are able to do with
Best Way to Be Successful at Breastfeeding
As a labour and delivery nurse I have extensive experience helping new moms breastfeed. I really want all mothers to be educated about breastfeeding before they give birth.
The Best Way to Cope With Contractions During Labour
Do you want to know two simple ways of coping with pain in labour? Read on my pregnant friend because this post is full of useful information! I’m
Interventions During Your Labour and Delivery
Time to talk about the main event… the birth of your baby! This is a continuation of the last post on vaginal birth in the hospital. I’ll discuss