Pregnancy Information
Pregnancy Dating: Making Sense of the Medical Terminology
Despite all the breakthroughs of science and modern medicine the ability to pinpoint the beginning and end of a pregnancy is still not well understood. Most people, for example, are shocked to find out that a human pregnancy is not actually 40 weeks in duration. Here are some common terms and abbreviations that you may… [Continue Reading]
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Positions for Labor and Childbirth
The position in which a mother laborers and chooses to give birth can drastically affect her comfort level during labor, and the speed and effectiveness in which she progresses to delivery. Positioning can have tremendous effects in speed and comfort by aligning the baby properly, by reducing area-specific pressure, and by reducing unnecessary muscular effort…. [Continue Reading]
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How To Increase Breast Milk Supply
Are you one of the many mothers that worries about not having enough breast milk supply for your baby? Did your doctor told you that the only way to increase your supply, is by using a prescription drug? Are you concerned about the side effects of conventional drugs? Are you looking for alternative solutions? If… [Continue Reading]
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Positions for Labor and Childbirth
The position in which a mother laborers and chooses to give birth can drastically affect her comfort level during labor, and the speed and effectiveness in which she progresses to delivery. Positioning can have tremendous effects in speed and comfort by aligning the baby properly, by reducing area-specific pressure, and by reducing unnecessary muscular effort…. [Continue Reading]
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A Doula for a C-section?
Many women think that they will not need a doula because they are having a c-section. I personally have had a c-section and my doula was an irreplaceable part of my birth experience. So, do you need a doula if you are having a c-section? The overwhelming range of emotions that come with giving birth… [Continue Reading]
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Jacksonville, FL Doula: What is a Doula?
Welcome to Chara Doula, which in Greek means “the joyful servant”. We are excited to offer birth doula and custom birth announcement services to the Jacksonville, FL area. What is a Birth Doula? A birth doula is a trained and experienced labor companion who provides the woman and her partner continuous emotional support, physical comfort… [Continue Reading]
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