5 Proven Ways to Promote a Smooth, Natural Labor
Dr. Donata Girolamo, ND Did you know that you can potentially influence the type of labor you experience? Many women are opting to try as many natural avenues as possible, to have a birth experience that they can actually enjoy, and look back on with fond memories. This doesn’t mean trying to control the experience; […]
Preparation for Labour – Safe Treatments to Consider
Dr. Tanya Lee, ND By the third trimester of pregnancy the baby’s body almost fully developed, weighing almost 2 1/2 pounds and is 10 inches in length. and is the stage where the baby does most of its “maturing”. During the third trimester, the baby gains its most weight, and function of organs are being […]
Antidepressants in Pregnancy Tied to Autism Risk
Dr. Sarah A LoBisco, ND @DrLoBisco Originally published on NDNR.com The Study A recent Canadian study sought to examine if there was an associated risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children whose mothers used antidepressants during pregnancy.1-3 The researchers identified 145,456 singleton full-term infants from an ongoing population-based cohort that took place from 1998-2009, the […]
Why Does Heartburn Happen in Pregnancy?
Dr. Tanya Lee, H.Bsc, ND Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), commonly known as heartburn, is one of the most common symptoms women experience during pregnancy, with its prevalence reaching up to 80%.1,2 The reasons why this symptom is so common in pregnancy is due to increased pressure in the stomach by the growing baby, causing the […]
Natural Form of Birth Control to Replace Hormonal Contraceptives
(NaturalPath) For a long time, hormonal contraceptives have been one of the only birth control options for women. They can cause a wide array of health consequences some which we are still surfacing today. The use of these hormonal birth control methods can cause symptoms such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), nutritional deficiencies, mental health […]
The Importance of Managing Mood During Pregnancy
Dr. Tanya Lee, H.BSc, ND Pregnancy is an exciting, hopeful and important time for expecting parents, but can also bring on a state of fear, and uncertainty. With the rapid change in hormones, the potential for unexpected events, anticipating labour, and becoming a parent, can evoke a level of anxiety and fluctuating moods in anyone. […]
Homeopathy For a Natural Pregnancy
Dr. Donata Girolamo, ND @DonataGirolamo A gentle and supportive option during pregnancy Homeopathic remedies provide a gentle and supportive option to women during pregnancy, labor and postpartum. From heartburn to post-partum depression, having a home kit can be very helpful during these times. These are very common, inexpensive, and universal remedies to have on hand. […]
The Benefits of Hypnobirthing for Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery
Dr. Tanya Lee, H.BSc, ND I’ve recently noticed an increase in my expecting patients inquiring whether hypnobirthing is a safe and effective tool to aid labour and birth. When this was first presented to me, I admittedly knew very little about this topic and really couldn’t give an honest opinion. With the increasing popularity of […]
5 Awesome Herbs to Take During Pregnancy
Dr. Donata Girolamo, ND @DonataGirolamo Herbs are a wonderful and nourishing addition throughout a woman’s pregnancy. On top of a clean and nutritious diet, herbs can be used to provide a therapeutic effect; they provide more absorbable vitamins, minerals and antioxidants than taking supplemental isolated vitamins and minerals.1 Pregnant women not only need more vitamins […]
The Microbiome of a Woman’s Reproductive Tract May Predict Preterm Birth
STANFORD, Conn. – Researchers at the March of Dimes Prematurity Research Center at Stanford University say microbiome health in the reproductive tracts of pregnant women differs in those who deliver pre-term. Full-term birth mothers had another microbiome balance, they said. Microbiome research has recently revealed that an unhealthy system can help explain not only pre-term […]