Hi!
It's been a while. I've been writing blog posts for my office, and as a product this blog has been somewhat neglected. That being said, today's topic will be a preview of things to come.
I talk a lot about what birth means and why birth matters. Birth is a gnarly process in which parenthood takes hold. I often say that a parent becomes a parent when the needs of their baby (or zygote, or fetus) is above their own needs or wants. Moms tend to see this earlier because the things they put in to their bodies influence baby's health. Birth, however is the mechanism in which an individual comes in to existence. The focus is justifiably often on the baby but this system is really about making people parents. For some, this experience is like a light switch. For others, it's a dimmer switch. Either way, someone is responsible for this tiny little squishy ball of cuteness.
The thing is: Parents have a big a job. That job is pretty scary. The best plan, the most empowering plan, is to help parents make informed decisions before the overwhelm and sleep deprivation slide in. We start this by letting them gather information, ask questions, and have input on their lives.
Starting in January, I'll be interviewing and discussing various birthing methods and outcomes with real women who lived it. I hope you all enjoy these videos as much as I am. The big message to take away from this is that an ideal birth is what best for an informed mama and dad.
I look forward to sharing with you all soon.
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