You have reached the third trimester and the anxious, nervous feelings have started to arise. The crazy dreams have started and the intense urge to research and know everything about childbirth that you can.


These are normal feelings and I want you to know that you are not alone.


Childbirth is unknown and it’s also hard to prepare for. It’s hard to prepare for something that you are unsure of… unsure what it will feel like… unsure how your body will respond… unsure how the entire process will go.

 

1. Strengthen your body. This is a great way to prepare your body for childbirth. Kegels are a great exercise that you can do daily, and basically anywhere. Stretches and certain movements (such as cat pose, child’s pose) are great to do to prepare baby and your body for the journey up ahead.

There are many prenatal yoga and Pilates classes and videos to watch and learn other movements. Be sure to listen to your body when doing any sort of exercise and stretches.  

 

2. Shift your mindset. Our mind and our thoughts are very powerful. They can actually frame how we perceive things, such as pain. So, taking the time to change your words from contractions to surges—from pain to pressure. These can make the biggest difference. Affirmations said daily and/or posted on the wall in your home and the birthing room can also make a huge difference.

 

 

3. Take a child birth class. It’s important to take a class that is taught by a certified childbirth educator. What is taught in these classes? Everything above plus more. (LEARN MORE HERE) Understand that every childbirth class is different and it’s nice to find one with bonuses such as a community to be part of – the ability to create your own birth preference – and post-partum support.

 

Here is a great class option for you – Pregnancy & Childbirth Demystified.

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The sterile scent of hospitals, the hushed, hopeful whispers, and the gnawing fear that lives in every waiting room – these became the unwanted backdrop of my life. It wasn't a single event, but a relentless series of challenges that slowly, profoundly, reshaped my understanding of health and ultimately, my purpose.

It began with my own daughter's cancer diagnosis. The helplessness I felt was amplified a thousandfold. As we navigated her treatment, I scrutinized every aspect of her care, seeking not just survival, but thriving. I began to ask different questions, looking beyond the conventional to see how diet, lifestyle, and a holistic approach could support her body through the immense challenges she faced.

Then, the world tilted on its axis with my beloved father. His terminal cancer diagnosis was a crushing blow, an unyielding reality that traditional medicine, for all its marvels, couldn't alter. We watched, we hoped, we grieved. In the midst of that raw pain, a seed of curiosity took root: Was there more to healing than what we were being told?

My own body then sent a jarring message. I experienced a hemiplegic migraine, an terrifying event that starkly mimicked stroke-like symptoms. The sudden loss of function, the fear, the uncertainty – it was a profound wake-up call. It forced me to confront my own health, which I had unconsciously neglected while caring for others. It was in that moment of vulnerability that I truly understood the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit.

I realized then that I didn't just want to heal; I wanted to understand why we get sick and how to build true, resilient health from the ground up. I wanted to change the trajectory of my own life, and more importantly, my family's life, away from chronic illness and towards vibrant well-being.

This intense, personal journey ignited an unshakeable passion within me. I devoured knowledge, exploring functional nutrition, mind-body practices, and the profound impact of lifestyle on health. I became an integrative health practitioner because I couldn't keep this newfound understanding to myself. My deepest desire is to guide others through their own health challenges, to empower them with the knowledge and tools to create their own new beginnings, and to help them rewrite their family's health story, just as I've strived to do for my own. It's not just a profession; it's a calling born from love, loss, and a relentless hope for a healthier future for all.
 

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