Pregnancy Loss Resources

branch and water pregnancy loss resources

Pregnancy loss comes in different forms and hurts just as much at any stage.  I am sending out lots of love to every family that has gone through the heartbreak of having and losing, no matter how long your baby was a part of your life.  Here are some online and local pregnancy loss resources…

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Choosing a Provider- Where Do I Start?

List of supportive pregnancy and birth providers in the NOVA DC Area

Choosing a pregnancy provider who will positively support you throughout your pregnancy and birth experience is without a doubt one of the single, most important decisions you will make on your journey to parenthood. Pregnancy providers- whether they are midwives, family doctors or OBs, have different understandings and approaches to pregnancy and birth.  Being aware…

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4 Thriving Tips for New Mothers (Beyond Survival)!

fourth trimester tips for new mothers thriving

4 Thriving Tips for New Mothers New motherhood, especially for first time parents, is one of the more challenging times you may ever go through.  There are things that you can do to help prepare yourself for this special time in your life, and to make it a positive experience (read on for these 4…

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Nourishing Postpartum Snacks- Almond Date Energy Bites

postpartum energy bites, date almond balls

Postpartum Almond Date Energy Bites Postpartum support comes in many different forms and really needs a grassroots effort from the whole community.  It is a community event, and each friend and loved one who can throw in a tiny bit of support can go a long way in helping our communities thrive through supporting healthy…

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Postpartum Tip for Your Partner- Daily Postpartum Massage

moroccan closing the bones ceremony on a woman by traditional midwives

Try 5 Minutes of a Daily Postpartum Massage! One of the perks of my work is all the learning and I receive from the families I work with. It never gets old. I especially love it when that sharing of traditions & cultures just cements for me how intertwined and related postpartum world traditions really…

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