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Prepare for Pregnancy, Birth, and Parenting
Become emotionally and physically prepared for pregnancy and birth. Research available options for healthcare providers and birthing environments, and become informed about routine newborn care. Continuously educate yourself about developmental stages of childhood, setting realistic expectations and remaining flexible.
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The data in the Yearbook is clear: The circumstances into which a baby is born makes an important difference in his or her life start and direction. On the surface, the data looks to favor some U.S. states over others. |
"About two-thirds of maternal deaths, newborn deaths and stillbirths could be prevented by 2035 if the current level of care by professional midwives educated and regulated to international standards was scaled up to provide universal access, find Read more |
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"Right now, much of our society is stuck…in common-yet-dysfunctional relationship patterns that promote toughness (over tenderness) and isolation (over togetherness), and the results have been catastrophic on our well-being. |
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"These are all heavy hints that what’s transpiring within our brains is just as extreme as our external makeover. |
"The attachment theory argues that a strong emotional and physical bond to one primary caregiver in our first years of life is critical to our development. |
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"WHO advises that mothers should continue to share a room with their babies from birth and be able to breastfeed and practice skin-to-skin contact – even when COVID-19 infections are suspected or confirmed - and should be supported to ensure appro Read more |
"Childbirth is not the time to tough it out. The research is overwhelming: we do better when we have companionship and support. Choose a midwife who can provide this and/or look for a doula to complement your maternity care. |
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