VBACs are in high demand in the Triangle
Women want their VBACs back. You read that right. VBAC, Vaginal Birth After Cesarean is easily one of the most controversial practices in obstetrics today.
The Bricks: A firm foundation of empowered childbirth choices
Welcome to "The Bricks". The Triangle Birth Network chose this name to stir up images of women birthing over heated bricks in ancient times supported on all sides by loving friends, sisters, and mothers. They would squat with their heels on the bricks, using gravity to ease their births. The bricks were decorated with ancient birthing wisdom to remind them that they could birth, just as all of the women who came before them could birth. We hope that this blog serves to inspire you, encourage you, and provide you with information on all of the childbirth choices available to you in the Triangle. Enjoy!
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NPR State of Things covers Breastfeeding and Feminism
Thursday’s airing of “The State of Things” with Frank Stasio on NPR covered Breastfeeding and Feminism.
Three cheers for the Diapering Doula!
Something is in the air. It’s clean…refreshing…informative…safe…it’s…DIAPERS?!
Not your first thought? Well, Karissa Binkley, owner of the Triangle Diaper Company, birth doula, TBN board member, and all-around dynamo is on a mission to change that.
Just in time for Valentine’s…TBN LOVES Carrboro Midwifery!
We LOVE choices. We especially love bringing information about new choices to YOU, our Triangle families. We are thrilled to announce that Carrboro Midwifery opened its’ doors at 127A Fidelity Street, Carrboro on January 22, 2010!! Read more…
Birthing Beginnings
Happy 2010! TBN eagerly anticipates all of the opportunities this year will bring to increase choices in childbirth in the triangle. Read more…
Take Action to Save Babies’ Lives!
Babies.
Images of soft, clean skin, giggles, and all around precious moments filled your head, right?
Breastfeeding—friendly?
The World Health Organization and the American Academy of Pediatrics both state that exclusive breastfeeding for at least the first six months of a child’s life is the best start. The WHO’s baby-friendly hospital initiative requires hospitals, among other things, to ban formula advertising bags. The “Ten Steps” towards becoming baby friendly create an environment where women feel celebrated and supported as they breastfeed, rather than an inconvenience to staff. You can find a complete listing of all baby friendly hospitals and birth centers on the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Website here.
Motherhood, beauty, art
Through the ages, these three words have often been used synonymously. However, in the midst of nursing pads and showerless days, morning sickness and achy hips…your glow may be forgotten.
10 things NOT to say to an overdue pregnant woman
Ah, the joys of being “overdue.” Not only may you feel frustrated with your very pregnant state, but it seems that everyone around you feels it is their job to inform you that you have left the bun (s) in the oven too long.
Questions to ask your provider
Pregnancy is such an exciting time. After the huge news that you will be bringing a new life to the world, there are still more big decisions to make. In the midst of possibly working, decorating your nursery, attending showers, and sending your partner on late-night craving runs, remember to consider what you envision for your ideal birth experience. Read more…