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Barbara Vernéus Discusses Her Journey as an Aspiring Black Midwife

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10 Tips for a Positive Birth from a Midwife

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What Informed Consent in Birth Means in the #MeToo Era

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Baby Glow, The Journey

A Birth Story: Tejal V Patel

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Doula Dos: 7 Savvy Tips for a Rockin’ Pregnancy & Birth

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MAMA GLOW - A BIRTH STORY - Dr. Tumi Johnson’s

MAMA GLOW - A BIRTH STORY - Dr. Tumi Johnson’s Birth Story: A Healing Dance From Conception to Delivery
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“When is the true beginning of a birth story? Does its conception coincide with that of the life taking shape within? Is it with the first clenching of the womb as it prepares to usher that very life earth-side? Or is the start at another time entirely?

For me, one beginning of the birth story of my son was when as a young medical doctor, I took on a powerful self healing journey after years of struggling with asthma, depression, and disordered eating (among other issues). It was a journey I share about in my wellness book Delicious Healing, a journey that shaped me into the holistic physician and healing dancer I am today. It was a journey that allowed me to shed the weighty armor that was preventing me from being my healthiest and most authentic self.

Still another beginning was the moment I met my son’s father and felt my heart start laughing with soul recognition, felt my yoni stir, and my intuition knock between my myopic eyes to say “oh yes, this one.” But perhaps the truest beginning was the moment I was told I would not have a child. That my uterus would not bear a baby.”
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Read the @thepoemdances’s full story on mamaglow.com
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Interested in sharing your birth journey? Contact Daphne@mamaglow.com for submissions.
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Mama Glow - Came through drippin... Drip drip... _

Mama Glow - Came through drippin... Drip drip...
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We absolutely love the let down when the milk comes in abundance and drips. We welcome the blessing in the form of nourishment.
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The let down is a primal function that signals love and protection. Long after your children are done nursing and even when they grown if you ever sense they are in danger, your fierce biological drive to protect them will kick in and you may experience the sensation of the let down reflex- no milk will come, but you may feel tingling and warmth in your breasts- the first place your baby came for comfort and nourishment. Talk about a life long love story!
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The body is so amazing. 📷 @loreclaessensphotography via @thelittlemilkbar_
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MAMA GLOW WEBINAR - Parenting For Liberation: A Gu

MAMA GLOW WEBINAR - Parenting For Liberation: A Guide For Raising Black Children
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TONIGHT - Thursday, 6:30pm ET, Join Trina Greene Brown, author of @ParentingforLiberation and Latham Thomas, founder of @MamaGlow.
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Speaking directly to parents raising Black children in a world of police brutality, racialized violence, and disenfranchisement, Parenting for Liberation combines powerful storytelling with practical exercises, encouraging readers to imagine parenting methods rooted in liberated rather than fear. This guide fills a critical gap in currently available resources for parenting. Pairing personal stories from Trina Greene Brown’s successful podcast series with open-ended prompts designed to inspire reflection and creativity, this book provides insight for those seeking to dismantle harmful narratives about Black families, initiate difficult conversations on social issues with their children, and find community with other parents who share their struggle. This will be a lively discussion and opportunity to ask questions and dive into some of the book’s principles and lessons.
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During this Webinar you we will explore:
What is liberated parenting and how does it differ from what society might suggest about parenting Black children?

Why is community important when seeking to dismantle harmful narratives about Black families?

What does liberated parenting look like?

How does the new book Parenting for Liberation offer resources for folks parenting Black children, especially during these uncertain times?
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Register on mamaglow.com/gatherings or swipe stories.
Webinar is recorded for on demand viewing so if you miss it or have to join late, please still register.
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Mama Glow - The perfect side eye! 👀 _ 📷 @th

Mama Glow - The perfect side eye! 👀
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Mama Glow - MY JOURNEY PREPARING FOR BIRTH IN A GL

Mama Glow - MY JOURNEY PREPARING FOR BIRTH IN A GLOBAL PANDEMIC
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Singer @sadakmusic shares her perspective - new on mamaglow.com
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“As I’m writing this, I am 38 Weeks pregnant and I am so thankful that I have been able to find peace in the midst of being pregnant during a global pandemic. It took a lot of effort, a lot of major decisions but I’m thankful that I did the work that needed to be done to feel safe for me and my unborn child leading up to birth.
With this being my second pregnancy, my intention and approach was to be present in the joy of this pregnancy and do all I can to seek a provider that would support my goal to have a VBAC birth. Little did I know that finding a VBAC supportive provider in LA County was not going to be an easy task and that the world as we knew it would be shifting on a very large scale.
During my first pregnancy, in 2016, I dealt with a lot of trauma. My mother passed away from breast cancer during my eighth month of pregnancy and I ended up having an unexpected, traumatic c-section birth. I had to heal and recover from the things I faced during my pregnancy in many ways. I did a lot of hard work and soul searching to be mentally present with my son as a whole, healthy, happy mother. I made it my mission to honor my mother’s legacy by being the best mother I can be, being present with my family, while giving myself grace and compassion every step of the way.” _

Visit the site or stories to read! Share your story - Daphne@mamaglow.com for submissions.
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TANDEM NURSING. When you have twins you learn to t

TANDEM NURSING. When you have twins you learn to tandem nurse immediately. You find the best positions and develop efficiency. Many mothers want to continue nursing their toddlers when pregnant and when the new baby arrives but believe they won’t be able to produce milk for the new baby.
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It’s perfectly fine to continue nursing while pregnant. It’s important to stay well hydrated and eat well to manage the demands of pregnancy on the body. When pregnant you may have breast tenderness when nursing so setting limits with your toddler may be an option. There are plenty of nutrients your toddler receives while nursing, the composition of your milk will adjust as your toddler grows. Breastfeeding does stimulate uterine contractions so if you’ve had previous miscarriages it’s important to be mindful of how your body is responding to the frequency you’re nursing.
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Breastfeeding provides comfort, nutrition, normal development of the immune system, as well as social and intellectual development, and breastfed toddlers may be less likely to be picky eaters because of the ever-changing flavor of mommy’s milk.
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When your new baby arrives and your uterus expels the placenta, your body will reset to produce colostrum. The newborn should feed first and on-demand to maximize the consumption of the nutrient-dense, immune-factor-full colostrum. Your toddler will also benefit from colostrum but may have looser stools for a day or two until the milk comes in.
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Your milk supply will adjust to serve your children’s needs. Breastfeeding for your toddler is about more than sustenance, it’s about bonding, a sense of security & belonging, especially since you will be spending so much time taking care of a new baby. If your toddler is weaned already, you may even find that they take interest in nursing again once the new baby arrives. Keep it up for as long as you and your little ones want to go. Xo @mamaglow
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