In an era where “birthing person” and “chestfeeding” are becoming normalized, we must ask: Who is this really serving? Women are the heart of these experiences. By using gender-neutral language, we ...
Pregnancy is amazing, but it can also be overwhelming for autistic moms. Increased sensory sensitivities, self-care and pregnancy diet, managing appointments, and handling social and emotional ...
The bad news: being a pregnant autistic woman can feel overwhelming and unintuitive. The good news: having a healthy baby is an evidence-based practice.There's lots of research on how to have a ...
Life as an autistic pregnant woman brings a unique set of challenges. The pressures of maintaining daily habits, managing stress, and keeping up with everything needed for a healthy pregnancy can be ...
When I was younger I was so prone to meltdowns at the doctor's office that during a calm visit the nurse told my mother, "her angel's halo is being held on by her devil's horns."Like many autistic ...
It's a big question: what to do if you have a low pain tolerance... and you want a natural birth? Many moms wonder, "Can I handle the pain of labor?"The good news is that, even with a low pain ...
Worried about what you do if your birth plan needs to change? Many women have the same worry.Mamas ask me, “I'm planning a natural birth, but what do I do if something comes up?Does that mean it's ...
I hope I’ve caught you on the toilet! Now that I’ve got your attention, I want to tell you how you can practice for childbirth in under 3 minutes a day without ever having a single contraction. ...
One of the biggest childbirth fears is tearing while you push your baby out. Unfortunately, most hospitals increase the risk. Here’s what you need to know:Risk Booster 1: No Prenatal EducationThe ...
I'm a big fan of the 80/20 rule for work, household projects, and even cleaning……but it does NOT work for parenting.This New Year's, I asked myself, “What would make the biggest difference for ...
