Birth Resources
Spinning Babies: Easier Childbirth with Fetal Positioning
Placenta - The Forgotten Chakra 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.
Placenta - The Forgotten Chakra 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.
Breastfeeding Resources
La Leche League breastfeeding support in Malaysia & Singapore :La Leche League Asia & Middle East - La Leche League Asia & Middle East (lllasia.org)
Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative Guidelines for Hospitals who are breastfeeding friendly - Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative | UNICEF
Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative Guidelines for Hospitals who are breastfeeding friendly - Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative | UNICEF