Grapevine Midwifery

The Beauty of Midwifery

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Grapevine Midwifery Guest Post by: Julia West, Childbirth Educator & GBC Mom of 4 If you were to read accounts of birth scenes from previous centuries or more primitive cultures, you would probably notice a common theme: older and younger,…
Contractions at Birthing Center

Are Your Contractions The Real Thing?

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No matter at which stage you are in your pregnancy you are probably thinking a lot about labor, delivery, and holding your sweet baby in your arms. Contractions can be the first indicator that your body is ready to go into labor, but not every…
Birthing center in Dallas

Choosing your Birth Location – Know your options!

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Did you know that if you have a low-risk pregnancy (and the chances are that you do!) then you have the option of having an out-of-hospital birth at a freestanding birthing center in Dallas?   What is a free-standing birth center? A…
Water breaks during pregnancy

What to do when your water breaks during pregnancy

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Your water breaking during pregnancy is not something to fear. In this blog post, we go over what you should do when your water breaks. First of all, if your water breaks, don't panic! There are many things that can be done to ensure a healthy…
Diaper Accessories

Our Top 5 Disposable Diaper Accessories

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Diaper accessories are a great way to make your life easier. Whether you're looking for something that will help you take care of your baby's skin, or just need some extra storage space, we have put together the perfect products for you! You…
Doula and midwife during home birth

Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Doula

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1. Comfort Measures and Emotional Support  This is where the Doula magic is. A highly trained Doula brings knowledge, skills, support, and comfort for mothers and fathers. A Doula should have proficient skills and ample techniques to aid the…
Pregnancy discomforts and remedies

Common Pregnancy Discomforts and Their Remedies

Pregnancy is a beautiful thing, full of many joys. But it can also come with some not-so-pleasant side effects. Our Pregnancy Discomforts and Remedies blog post will give you the lowdown on the most common pregnancy complaints as well as their…