For the past 5 years, she has been sharing her thoughts and experiences through her blog, covering topics ranging from personal development to pop culture. Olivia's writing is honest, relatable, and always thought-provoking.
Movement in labor is a good tool to use to help the baby descend more quickly into the pelvis and also to descend in the proper position. Walking,...
Paddling around Carter Lake can be an exhilarating way to experience the natural surroundings of Larimer County, Colorado. The 1,100-acre lake...
Home births in the U.S. increased by 29 percent between 2004 and 2009, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you decide to...
Tombstone, known as the "town too tough to die," claims a legendary cast of historic characters that includes the likes of Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday,...
Standing comfort positions in labor are essential for good movement, laboring, and positioning of the baby. Many women really love standing positions...
For some people, exploring caves, known as spelunking, is a casual hobby -- for others, it’s an obsession. Whatever your level of interest,...
Laboring moms love to stretch their backs. All of those back muscles get really sore from the added weight and the intensity of the...
Every mother knows how big the excitement is in waiting for her baby delivery. It's the happiest day ever when your baby is in your arms. The time...
Sun-and-fun tourists flock to the Philippines for the country's hundreds of miles of picturesque beaches, crystal-clear seas and fruity tropical...
Many couples aim for a natural childbirth, but feel their hospital-based childbirth classes don't prepare them well. However, a natural childbirth...
An amniotomy, or artificial rupture of membranes (AROM), is when a doctor or midwife breaks a pregnant woman's bag of waters. Many women have the...
Arizona is famous for its Old West history, warm deserts and high-country trout fishing. Jump in a jeep and head out into the backcountry to see...
Being a Lamaze coach requires much more than urging the mother-to-be to "Push," or telling her "You can do it," and feeding her ice chips. Developed...
The purpose of drafting a last will and testament is to direct the disposition of your estate after your death. But many people die without a valid...
Millions of women have gone through labor successfully (some more than once), and so will you. Here are some tips to help you get ready for the big...