Unfortunately, the US healthcare system does not seem to have a “momma first” mindset after giving birth. Typically, the following scenario stands true for so many women: You give birth to your precious new addition. Then you go home/are home with your precious new addition,and you are left to “figure it out” with the bleeding…the […]
Category: Guest Blogger
Guest Blogger: Serene Birth Services
Happy Healthy Spine, located in St. Petersburg, is pleased to host guest blogger, Chrystin Pflum, CLD, CIMI, of Serene Birth Services. Read on to learn more about her offerings as a doula and birth photographer. What Does a Doula Do? Even though doulas are becoming more popular, there are still a lot of questions and […]
Five Things No one Told you about Breastfeeding: The Reality of the First Month
You’re pregnant and you’ve chosen to try breastfeeding. Good for you— it’s a great choice for you and your baby! You probably already know that breastfeeding is the biological norm. This is how we have nourished our babies since the dawn of time. Unfortunately, in our western society, moms-to-be are often inundated with misinformation and […]
Guest Blogger: Art of Acupuncture, LLC
Happy Healthy Spine is pleased to feature Hillary Talbott of Art of Acupuncture, LLC, in St. Petersburg as a guest on our blog this month! Along with a full range of professional expertise, you can check out her weekly podcast, Fertile Minds Radio, and her blog, Lady Potions. Our Birth Experience Impacts How We Parent […]
Guest Blogger: Belinda Wager, Massage Therapist
Pregnancy is a badge of honor for many of us women. With it comes all the aches and pains we feel as our body changes to accommodate our new precious gift. Women do not have to carry the burdens of pain for nine months. Experience Pregnancy Without Unnecessary Pain There is relief and it is […]
3 Reasons to Take Childbirth Classes
The experience of bringing your baby into this world is one that you’ll never forget, so preparing for it is as important (way more really) as cramming for one of your final exams in college. There are many ways that you can prepare for childbirth such as: Taking childbirth education classes Relying on friends and […]
Guest Blogger: Buddha Belly Doulas
Happy Healthy Spine is thrilled to feature our first guest blogger, Buddha Belly! They have detailed input on the difference postpartum doulas can make. Read on to learn more. Could a Postpartum Doula Help After Baby Is Born? Picture this: you arrive home from the hospital after just giving birth to your sweet baby. You’re […]