Hypnobirthing Hamilton

Happy Family Day! <3

Happy 3rd birthday to big brother, Gus, on this Valentine's Day, and welcome to baby girl, Winnie! Mama Jess brought Winnie earthside into a birth pool at home, and Daddy James reports making a Tony Fernandez-style catch. James also shared: "Don't know if Jess would say she 'shot out', but there's no question Jessica was completely in control of everything, every second of the process. It was amazing to watch her so strong, so wise, so calm, so patient, even through the anxiety of waiting for labour (water broke more than 12 hours before labour really started), and through the pain of childbirth. She tells me she's never been happier. I love to see her so proud of herself, and so in love with her family." I also celebrate that Jess is now free of the relentless nausea and vomiting!!! Congratulations to this beautiful family!

Most marginal placenta previas diagnosed at the 20-week mark resolve on their own, but what this person described is quite remarkable! This kind of change is conducive to several significant improved health outcomes for both parent and baby. <3 "I wanted to thank you for making this video available. At 20 weeks I was diagnosed with a complete posterior placenta previa (the one that’s least likely to migrate) I have been listening to this almost daily and visualizing my placenta moving. Today I had my 32 week scan and my placenta moved 3cm away from the cervix. The doctor was shocked that it progressed this much. I whole heartedly believe that this helped will my body to make it happen. Thank you!" https://youtu.be/q_IybD5ech8"

Feeling too isolated? Interested in connecting virtually with another mom, or potentially a senior? If so, I'm up for playing matchmaker! DM or email with a bit about you and yours, and any preferences with respect to mode of communication and best times. Please share this post! :)

May you and yours sing your way through your day! <3 P.S. Evidence-based way to boost mood! :)

So many applicable scenarios... <3 https://peacemonger.org/A600-Love-First-Ask-Questions-Later

In case you're looking for an excellent children's book, this is from a level 3 reader I recently borrowed from the library

HUGE NEWS! Please spread the word to folks who were hoping they could have midwifery care but thought they were too late. Remind them of the 6 weeks of postpartum care that's a significant part of the benefit! It can certainly be the right choice for some to switch providers even late in their pregnancy. :)

Need to boost your mental health and that of your kiddos? Come discover 10 evidence-based, doable ways in this Sunday's virtual seminar running 1-2:30pm. Pre-registration required -- come claim your wellbeing! <3 https://hypnobirthinghamilton.com/webinars-%26-wishes

Even as there is challenge and hardship, may we cherish our blessings this day. <3

Our beloved oxytocin that's involved in bonding, contractions of the uterus and breastfeeding is not only produced in the brain -- it's also produced in the heart and has positive effects on the cardiovascular system! Not surprisinglyi, research has found women who report receiving regular hugs from their partners have higher levels of oxytocin and lower blood pressure readings, so cuddle up! This research also makes me think about the measurable benefits on labour that doula support yields: How much of that could be chalked up to simple care and touch? <3