by Ursula Sabia Sukinik | Apr 18, 2016 | Birth You Desire Blog
Just as every pregnancy is different, every woman’s experience with bed rest is different. Some women may know early on that because of their medical histories, they will have to go on bed rest at some point in their pregnancies. Others might be surprised to hear their doctors announce, after a routine appointment, that they’ll be on bed rest for a few weeks. No matter what your story, pregnancy bed rest can take a big toll on you, physically and mentally. You can quickly lose strength, stamina and flexibility, which will leave you feeling lethargic and unable to perform daily tasks.
by Ursula Sabia Sukinik | Mar 15, 2016 | Birth You Desire Blog
Moods and emotions abound in pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Moods are emotions or manifestations in your nervous system created by interactions with your environment or people in your environment.
by Ursula Sabia Sukinik | Mar 1, 2016 | Birth You Desire Blog
When life comes at you full force and presents you with a change in course, it is important to know what options are available to you. Informed consent is the only way to make an educated decision or choice. The informed decision means you understand the strengths and weaknesses of each option available. This understanding is critical to any decision but especially when considering your health options.
by Ursula Sabia Sukinik | Feb 16, 2016 | Birth You Desire Blog
A sense of control in your environment is critical to all birthing mothers but it is especially important to lose families. By choosing your birth environment and provider carefully you can choose to minimize or eliminate potential conflicts and misunderstandings as you work towards a safe and healthy deliver
by Ursula Sabia Sukinik | Dec 10, 2015 | Birth You Desire Blog
There is a misconception in modern childbirth. It is that childbirth should be painless. Women today are being raised to believe that a painless birth is a good birth. The word and concept of “pain” has negative connotations for many.