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Homebirth: A Gentle Option for Low-Risk Pregnancies
We are all unique beings, with our own beliefs and experiences in life that help to guide us in making decisions. These decisions also include the type of care we desire during pregnancy, birth and beyond. There is a reason why we have all these options for care. I don’t think that these options are superior or inferior to each other but rather a spectrum of choices that every person decides where they feel most comfortable and safe. These choices obviously need to take into account the person’s health history and the level of care they need.
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Homebirth and Insurance
You’ve decided that you want to have a homebirth. You found the midwife that you want to join you for this ride. Congratulations! That is a big step… establishing care for your pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey. It is also a big investment of time, education, preparation and money.
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The Vaginal Exam - All You Need To Know
In the world of OBGYN, a vaginal/cervical/pelvic exam can provide a lot of information. In pregnancy and labor , the vaginal exam is done to gather information about cervical dilation, effacement , baby’s position in relation to the pelvic bones. It can also help determine if the membranes are ruptured (if “the water has broken”).
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Immediate postpartum I
So there are two parts to this period (no pun intended :). There’s the immediate, immediate phase: the minutes to hours of just birthing your baby. And then, there’s the days to weeks, to even months of giving birth.
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Hello World!
So I decided to make my first post on my blog, one that introduces me to you. My name is Liorit Frank-Kremer , aka Lio. I am a midwife and IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) by profession and passion. I am a wife to Ori and Mom or Ima to Natalie and Adam.
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