Ways to Help Prevent a Tear During Childbirth
Ever wonder how to prevent tearing during birth? Prevent and manage vaginal tearing during childbirth with this comprehensive guide. Explore types of tears, reduce your risk, prevention methods, and recovery practices. Equip yourself with knowledge and tools for a safer, more comfortable birth experience.
8 Yoga Poses to Help You Sleep Better During Pregnancy
Do you have erratic sleep issues, feel tired when you wake up, sleep more deeply than normal, or wake up frequently during the night? Carrying a child presents a variety of newly discovered symptoms and discomforts. Your body works hard to support the growing one in your belly, and you can feel it in just […]
Should you use a birthing ball during pregnancy?
Pregnancy brings on a slew of resources so that you and your growing baby are healthy from conception to delivery. From what to eat or avoid, to exercise must-do’s and don’ts, there is quite a bit of information available to prepare for the journey ahead. (I, too, have a comprehensive and holistic prenatal birth prep […]
Birthing Partner 101: 9 Childbirth Tips for Dad
There’s not one simple secret to an easy labor and delivery, but being surrounded by support is a key ingredient to helping a woman have her most joyful birth experience. In order to endure labor with ease, a woman has to be able to connect her mind and body, which makes a good support system […]
What is a Perineal Massage?
Have you heard about a perineal massage and wondered what it was exactly? Or, maybe you heard it and thought, “that sounds complex and technical, not something I would need.” After reading, we think you’ll want to consider a perineal massage. We’ll even offer you a few tips to perform one in your third trimester! […]
3 Secrets That MAKE OR BREAK Having the Birth You Want
Let’s put this out there FIRST: birth rarely goes as planned, and for some, it can be a traumatic experience. Maybe this is why it is common for people to be so eager to repeat their birth horror stories to you as soon as you have announced your pregnancy. However, birth is meant to be […]
5 Self-Care Ideas for Pregnant Women to Start Doing Today
Self-care can take on many forms, but at its core it’s doing something to create joy, mental clarity, and establish healthy practices that prioritize…you. Pregnancy can be strenuous and offer challenges to your physical and mental well-being. Annnd you probably still have other buckets to fill in your relationships, career, and daily life. At Thrive […]
3 Pool Exercises for Pregnant Women to do this Summer
Pregnant during summer? Hop into the pool to relax, stretch, and strengthen. You can move with intention to prepare for birth while also enjoying genuine self-care. These three exercises are low-impact and serve a dual-purpose: help your mind and body relax; strengthen and open in preparation for delivery and recovery. The weightlessness our bodies enjoy […]
Pregnancy and Postpartum
Learn how to : Ease labor pain through breath and movement Decrease risk and complications with labor and delivery Decrease risk of pain throughout pregnancy by preparing your body and mind for this journey Exercise safely during pregnancy with focus on pelvic floor and breath awareness techniques Recover postpartum with ease and support
