Birth Resources
Spinning Babies: Easier Childbirth with Fetal Positioning
CordClamp.org: Benefits of Delayed Cord Clamping
Placenta E-book by Ibu Robin Lim: This new book explores the important but culturally-forgotten practice of delaying cutting the umbilical cord after birth. In it, Lim illustrates the power of the placenta to deliver nutrients, stem cells, antibodies, and even 'extra' intelligence to the baby, for several hours (or more) after birth. A must-read!
Meconium in the amniotic fluid: Article on Meconium in Amniotic Fluid which can be a sign of fetal distress or it can be a perfectly normal physiological event. See supporting research.
Vitamin K shot for Newborns: Read the evidence here and here.
Premature release of membrane: How long to wait after your membrane release before going to the hospital? Read this article to understand more.
CordClamp.org: Benefits of Delayed Cord Clamping
Placenta E-book by Ibu Robin Lim: This new book explores the important but culturally-forgotten practice of delaying cutting the umbilical cord after birth. In it, Lim illustrates the power of the placenta to deliver nutrients, stem cells, antibodies, and even 'extra' intelligence to the baby, for several hours (or more) after birth. A must-read!
Meconium in the amniotic fluid: Article on Meconium in Amniotic Fluid which can be a sign of fetal distress or it can be a perfectly normal physiological event. See supporting research.
Vitamin K shot for Newborns: Read the evidence here and here.
Premature release of membrane: How long to wait after your membrane release before going to the hospital? Read this article to understand more.
Other Resources
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