The Rosebud Midwifery Blog

Breastfeed Like Angelina Jolie!

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:09:47 +0000

If Angelina Jolie could breastfeed twins with ease, chances are that the majority of our mamas can breastfeed their singles with just a bit of effort (although we fully respect and understand those who can’t!). Here are our best tips … Continue reading →

4 Positions to Improve Your Breastfeeding Experience Dramatically, Part 4

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 16:29:33 +0000

If you can put effort into making this position work for you, you will truly be a blessed and fortunate mama! Why not try this side-lying position for nursing? Who knows, you just might get a free ticket to a … Continue reading →

4 Positions to Improve Your Breastfeeding Experience Dramatically, Part 3

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 18:26:13 +0000

Hold your baby like a football. That’s right, sometimes tucking your little one under your arm like you would grasp that ball is the best position to get that baby to enjoy your mother’s milk. Here are a few tips … Continue reading →

4 Positions to Improve your Breastfeeding Experience Dramatically, Part 2

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 21:21:15 +0000

Yesterday we covered the most traditional breastfeeding hold known to man–the cradle hold. While this position works for most moms, it can get a bit tiring on the cradling arm. Switch to the cross-over position to give your arm a … Continue reading →

4 Positions to Improve your Breastfeeding Experience Dramatically, Part 1

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 17:11:40 +0000

If you are lamenting the bonding and loving time you seem to be missing during your breastfeeding sessions, take heart. Many hospitals are now simply sticking baby to breast and leaving mother to figure out all the details on her … Continue reading →

22 Reasons to Breastfeed Your Baby

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sat, 04 Aug 2012 00:37:20 +0000

1. Breast feeding provides the most nutrition for your little person. Vitamins, minerals, energy–the complete package! 2. Mama’s milk boosts baby’s immune system. Mother-to-baby style. 3. It’s perfect for his/her tiny gut. That is, it presents no problems, just easy … Continue reading →

International Breastfeeding Week 2012: August 1-7

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:04:50 +0000

As we get into gear to celebrate breastfeeding around the globe, I hope you’ll join us here at RMB for some exciting and informative posts for both moms and midwives alike! Starting tomorrow, women internationally will be celebrating the miracle … Continue reading →

4 Top-Secret Tips to Stimulating Breastmilk Flow Every Mama Should Know

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sat, 07 Jul 2012 21:56:05 +0000

Imagine…right after your baby is born you have provided a way for your baby to have all the nutrients needed. It is indeed possible! Here are 4 top-secret tips that you will rarely hear from your doctor on how to … Continue reading →

Six Midwives Share Problems and Solutions in the US Maternity System

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 20:54:09 +0000

Why is the United States one of the most dangerous places in the western world to give birth? Six midwives reveal shocking disparities and how midwifery care offers the best solution to these issues. Want to watch this baby blog … Continue reading →

Celebrity Moms Speak Out on Losing Those Pregnancy Curves

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 18:35:34 +0000

Jessica Simpson, Molly Sims, and many other celebrities have received exclusive coverage due to their pregnant status. How do they lose all that baby fat and bounce right back to the Hollywood immortals, leaving us everyday moms to grind away … Continue reading →

It’s Time to Break Up With Your OB

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 21:13:40 +0000

Are you perfectly comfortable and cozy with your OB? Do you relish the idea of going in for a prenatal visit? Do you love the way he has handled your body, your previous babies, or your birth? If not, now … Continue reading →

I Am a Midwife…or an Assistant

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 23:13:33 +0000

What is midwifery? What is a midwife? What do I stand for? Watch this video to find out what midwifery really stands for and how it can benefit YOU and your baby! I am a midwife. Are You? Video 1 … Continue reading →

Felicity’s Birth Story, Part 2

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:58:00 +0000

To read Part 1 of Felicity’s miraculous entrance into the world, click here. Again, thank you to Bethany Anspaugh for sharing this story with us! Finally David and I escaped to the quiet bathroom. That’s when I started to feel safe … Continue reading →

Felicity’s Birth Story, Part 1

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:27:34 +0000

Today’s post is written by guest writer Brittany Anspaugh on the birth of her second daughter Felicity. I’ve inserted my own comments in italics. Enjoy! I wasn’t very healthy while pregnant with Felicity. We lived on the third floor in … Continue reading →

After Break…

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Wed, 30 May 2012 02:25:27 +0000

Wow, it has truly been ages since I have written…so I guess this post is more just a catch-up than anything else. After a month and a half of no birth activity whatsoever, a vacation to Florida, and only a … Continue reading →

Playing With Fire: Basic Vaccination Information You Should Know

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sat, 17 Mar 2012 19:05:12 +0000

Routine well-baby checks in the pediatrician’s office often include multiple vaccinations even in the first month of life. These vaccinations are routine, and woe to the parent who dares to interfere. But what kind of benefits are we really giving … Continue reading →

Pregnancy Ultrasounds: Meet Your Baby Before Birth!

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 16:51:43 +0000

Viewing your baby for the first time inside your tummy can be one of the most exciting moments of pregnancy. Chances are, your healthcare provider will use a pregnancy ultrasound to view that little baby. Most providers offer this ultrasound … Continue reading →

All About Pregnancy Tests

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:48:50 +0000

For many new mothers, a pregnancy test is one of the final indications that you are having a little one. Ever wonder just what was behind the pregnancy indicator that you stared at for a few minutes before being sure … Continue reading →

My Aching Pregnant Back!~And How To Heal It

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:41:44 +0000

During pregnancy, a woman has a fifty percent chance of experiencing pain in her body, whether that be as mild, chronic, or severe pains. This can happen for several reasons. First, the additional weight in the abdomen can cause undue … Continue reading →

One Week in the Life of a Student Midwife, Part 2

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:35:13 +0000

Now Wednesdays are the day that I help my midwife at the office. Get there at 9:00 a.m. and generally do office appointments until 6:00 p.m. These appointments range from prenatal visits to postpartum visits to interviews and more. Each … Continue reading →

One Week In the Life of a Student Midwife, Part 1

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 15:30:46 +0000

Okay, so today I thought that I would write a post for all you students who might be considering becoming a midwife. Ever wonder just what goes on during a typical week when you’re on call? Here is my story … Continue reading →

Basic Midwife Supplies List

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 03:17:39 +0000

A midwife supplies bag is vital to any midwife at every moment throughout the day. Be sure you have at least the bare minimum of these supplies wherever you go when you are on call. First and foremost, you need … Continue reading →

Midwifery Laws In Colorado

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:17:59 +0000

Laws regarding midwifery vary from state to state. Because of this variation in legalities, it is difficult to pin down exactly what a midwife may or may not do around the country. For this reason, I have opted to review … Continue reading →

The History of Childbirth–Since the Beginning!

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:10:52 +0000

Birth today is considered a highly dangerous event that a woman must be rescued from in order to survive emotionally. Nothing could be further from the truth. The history of childbirth shows us that birth itself has always been considered … Continue reading →

Birth Positions: Why Supine is Dangerously Detrimental

rosebud7_sqlAdm — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:06:07 +0000

Birth positions can make all the difference in the success of any birth. Who ever thought of birthing a baby standing up? Fact of the matter is that our ancestors did it all the time. In fact, upright positions were … Continue reading →