Placenta Encapsulation
Samantha Moore
Contraindications to Placenta Encapsulation

Placenta encapsulation can be a wonderful option for many moms. Consuming your placenta may help prevent or manage postpartum mood disorders, enhance milk supply, increase energy and speed the healing process after birth. But when is it not safe to encapsulate?

Contraindications to Placenta Encapsulation

Spotlight: Om Prana Yoga

Spotlight: Om Prana Yoga

There are truly no words to describe the belonging and feeling of love that I received when I entered Om Prana Yoga studio. I had the amazing opportunity to attend a prenatal yoga class at Om Prana Yoga and it was an absolute blast! The location is a mix of old world charm and yoga serenity with architecture that filled me with love for the beautiful little town of Parkville. It was such a cool location and I couldn't help but ogle! 

I was immediately embraced by Wendy, the owner and founder of the studio and introduced to the class of very pregnant women! Tiffany, the prenatal yoga teacher helped us to feel relaxed, soothed and comfortable during the session and even though I'm not pregnant, I was able to refocus and become more grounded after a crazy week! 

After the session I had the opportunity to sit down with Wendy and chat about where she has been and her hopes for Om Prana Yoga and prenatal/postpartum care in the Northland. 

I thought I was Invincible and Now I'm Sunburnt

I thought I was Invincible and Now I'm Sunburnt

I thought I was invincible. 

I spent the day at Worlds of Fun, the amusement park, with my husband, for our 5 year wedding anniversary celebration. 

I didn't wear sunscreen. 

Now I'm sunburnt and it hurts to raise my eyebrows. 

I thought I would share some wisdom with you on how to NOT get sunburnt at an amusement park and have a great time doing it!

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Parenting Is A Lot Like Swimming Lessons

Parenting Is A Lot Like Swimming Lessons

Picture this: It's the first day of swimming lessons. My son steps onto the top step of the swimming pool, sits down, gets out and says "all done mommy!" 

It's been a rough summer. We have given the "trust" talk more than I can count, endured screaming fits of anguish, temper tantrums abound, and finally a calm recognition that it may not be fun, but it's necessary to learn to swim. 

How is Parenting like swimming lessons? 

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Will Doulas Work well With My OB/GYN?

Will Doulas Work well With My OB/GYN?

One misconception that doulas often hear is "Oh, so you only attend home birth or births with midwives, right."

The answer? No! Doulas have the unique opportunity to attend birth with family practice doctors, OB/GYN, midwives and even home birth midwives. We have the opportunity to support women and families through every aspect of the birth process, in every setting. 

The problem lies in the past. Unfortunately there's been a few doulas who have left a bad taste in the mouth of the Doctors and sometimes even midwives that have worked with them. 

As professional doulas we strive to have positive interactions with all care providers. Heres four reasons why we work well with you OB/GYN or Midwife. (click on the link to read more!)

The Best Doula In Liberty, MO

The Best Doula In Liberty, MO

"I technically live in Kansas City. About one mile down the road is Liberty, MO. Liberty, MO is the definition of quaint, adorable, charming and historic city. You can practically feel the history as you walk down the streets of Liberty. In the same breath, the growth that has come to this little city in the past few years is booming! Everything you can possibly need is located near by. 

Its definitely the definition of small town life with big city attractions and I absolutely love that about it." 

 

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