I was 36 weeks pregnant on Friday September 30th and I had just about enough of being pregnant with my twins. My feet were swollen, I felt uncomfortable doing just about everything and I wasn’t getting any sleep at that point. My friends took me out for my birthday that night and I ordered extra…
When breastfeeding doesn’t start the first day, don’t panic – it can all come together. Here’s what you need to know. When my son was born, they placed him on my chest to hold. While my midwife stitched me up, I distracted myself by holding my new baby and trying to breastfeed. But, it didn’t…
Isis instructor Sandy Jones recently received this letter from a couple who attended one of Sandy’s childbirth classes. They gave her permission to share their happy story on our blog. Hi Sandy, This is Katie and Adam. We took your Natural Childbirth class in November. I just wanted to email you and let you know…
If you sat in a room filled with women who were 8 months pregnant, you’d see all of the worst parts of pregnancy. There would probably be one woman with her feet up because they’re so swollen. And a woman whose swelling has been mostly in her face and neck, giving her a double chin….
Dear Isis, I just read in your newsletter about the 1000th sleep consult being completed. I’m one of those contributors. I called last month after just about losing my mind with sleep deprivation. I have an almost 4 year old daughter, Bella and a 21 month old son Cole. My first baby, Bella, was a…
All my friends know I’m close to the end of my pregnancy. They ask me how long I have left and my token response is, “Six more weeks. Way too long!” They often say, “Maybe you’ll go early!” And every now and then I indulge a fantasy of going into labor early and getting to…
As the end of pregnancy gets closer, I start to wonder just how much I have left to do. It feels like the big things are done. We have a car seat and a crib. We have baby clothes and burp cloths. But it still feels like there’s always more left to do. Now they’re…
At Isis we are lucky to work with clients during the many “firsts” in life. The first pregnancy, first feedings, first steps & first words are all regular celebrations in our Centers. By definition, the birth of a new baby is viewed as hopeful; the opportunity to nurture the next generation with a fresh start. …