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The Mother Hen Friend
Preparation, presence, & preservation for the journey
into parenthood in the West Valley of Arizona.


Tips for Interviewing a Home Birth Midwife
Finding the right home birth midwife is about more than just qualifications—it’s about connection, trust, and shared vision.
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The Birth of Her Dreams | Midwife Supported Home Birth | Phoenix, Arizona Birth Photographer
This is what is looks like when dreams are born alongside babies.
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The Growing Crisis of Maternity Deserts in the U.S.: Highlights from March of Dimes 2024 Report
In its latest report, Nowhere to Go: Maternity Care Deserts Across the U.S. , March of Dimes shines a sobering light on a growing...
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Empowered Birth: The Benefits of Hiring a Doula
Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or something in between, having a doula can help ensure your journey is one of empower
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Making Your Second Birth Experience Better: Moving Forward from a Difficult First Birth
Your second birth is an opportunity to rewrite your story. By taking intentional steps, you can work toward a more empowering and positive
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Choosing Your Birth Location: Home, Birthing Center, or Hospital
Your birth location sets the tone for your experience and can significantly influence your sense of safety, comfort, and empowerment.
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A Natural Hospital Birth: How You Can Make it Happen
Here are comprehensive ways to ensure your hospital birth feels as natural as possible
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You're Choosing a Birthing Center: Things to Know
Choosing a birthing center is an excellent option for families seeking a balance between the comfort of home and the medical resources
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You're Planning a Home Birth: How to Best Prepare
While a home birth can be empowering and beautiful, it requires careful planning and preparation to ensure the safety and comfort
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Unfiltered Realities: When the Instant Connection Isn't so Instant
Alright, let's have a real talk about a topic that often gets painted with rose-colored hues but deserves a raw, unfiltered spotlight—the concept of immediate euphoria and connection between mothers and newborns. Contrary to the picture-perfect narratives we often encounter, there is a very real reality that this magical connection might not hit us the moment our little ones make their grand entrance. The notion of an immediate, all-encompassing bond between mother and newbor
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Birth Support Should Not Be Elitist: Equitable and Accessible Care for All
Having someone who knows what they're doing by your side during childbirth can make a world of difference. But here's the problem: birth support is looked at as a trendy or a luxury. It's time to get real and demand accessible and equitable support for every growing family! Doulas offer emotional, physical, and informational support throughout pregnancy, labor, and those crucial postpartum days. And guess what? Studies prove that having a doula leads to better birth outcomes
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