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Your Baby's First Hour after Birth
Something magical occurs in the moments after birth. When placed on its mother’s body, the newborn baby starts to move through a series...

Susan Martin
Apr 15, 20246 min read
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Relationship Tips for New Parents
A seismic shift takes place when we create a family by bringing a new soul to the world. Babies bring joy and purpose to our lives - our...

Susan Martin
Feb 13, 20247 min read
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Is Natural Childbirth Really the Goal?
As a Bradley teacher, the families who seek my classes often have the goal of a natural birth. This is a beautiful intention for the...

Susan Martin
Apr 9, 20217 min read
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Yogurt Custard Pie
Looking for a high protein, nutrient dense tasty treat? Something that could be a snack, a dessert, or even breakfast? Look no further...

Susan Martin
Feb 25, 20212 min read
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My Thoughts on the Loss of the UCLA Midwives
I try not to be cynical. Or feel overly despondent at the forces that loom in our midst so much larger than any single individual which...

Susan Martin
Feb 17, 20218 min read
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Four Mantras for Parenting
During my second pregnancy I used a phrase I found attributed to Tich Naht Hanh as a mantra for my relaxation practice (I call these...

Susan Martin
Dec 11, 20194 min read
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Breastfeeding Success Begins Before Birth
Some pregnant mothers worry about how breastfeeding will go. They hear a lot of discouraging stories about how hard it is. This can make...

Susan Martin
Sep 2, 20195 min read
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"Coach" - What It Really Means
How would you feel if your partner was absolutely not allowed to be in the hospital with you during your labor and the birth of your...

Susan Martin
Aug 28, 20194 min read
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Cottage Cheese Pancake Recipe - A Solid Protein Breakfast
Getting a good solid protein breakfast is important. Pregnant and lactating women and growing children have higher protein needs. A bagel...

Susan Martin
Apr 25, 20192 min read
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Birth is the Bridge
Birth is the bridge that takes you to the other side. It is not the other side itself, but it connects the two. Birth is the space...

Susan Martin
Feb 19, 20192 min read
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Breakfast Outside the Box
Protein needs increase during pregnancy and lactation. Eating a good breakfast with good protein is a must (and really this is not just...

Susan Martin
Feb 13, 20194 min read
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Birth Inspiration
Arising from the natural forces moving within you during labor, there is a Rainbow. The forces mixed with the light create this. Where...

Susan Martin
Oct 19, 20181 min read
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Do Yourself a Favor - Take a Live Childbirth Class
The age of the internet is truly a marvel. Access to the information available online offers each of us an incredible opportunity to be...

Susan Martin
Oct 17, 20186 min read
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Susan Martin
Oct 11, 20181 min read
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Continuity of Care: Are You Getting It? Part III - Midwives at Home or Birth Center
What helps a mama to feel at ease during her pregnancy, during labor and birth, and after her baby is born? Yep, it is continuity of...

Susan Martin
Oct 11, 20186 min read
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Continuity of Care: Are You Getting It? Part II - CNM's in the Hospital
All mamas want continuity of care. This is hard-wired as an expectation in women. Once you have chosen a medical care provider, it’s...

Susan Martin
Oct 3, 20186 min read
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Continuity of Care: Are You Getting It? Part I - OB's
I teach a 12-week childbirth education course. Yep, that’s three whole months. Most mamas are well into their second trimester or in...

Susan Martin
Sep 24, 20185 min read
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Freedom and Birth
Happy 4th of July, dear reader! Today is the day we celebrate the birth of our country, the United States of America. We honor our...

Susan Martin
Jul 4, 20185 min read
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Every Teacher Is Different
I started taking Kundalini yoga about six months ago. I’d been longing to attend for awhile, but kept letting my (very long list of)...

Susan Martin
Jun 12, 20183 min read
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Bradley Classes - A Sound Long-term Investment
I just had a very happy discovery - scrolling through my Facebook feed I found out that one of the families I had worked with during my...

Susan Martin
May 25, 20184 min read
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