Denver Health Midwives

Posted by on Jun 23, 2009 in Birth Providers, Birth Stories | 0 comments I love attending births at Denver Health with their amazing midwife team, headed by Eliza Johnson.  For whatever reason, I have attended very long labors with clients, in the care of these lovely midwives. And time after time, laboring mamas are made to feel safe, well-supported, honored, and empowered. Recently, I was called to support a mama who had been laboring at home for more than 12...
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Avoid Back Labor and Posterior Presentation

Posted by on Jun 3, 2009 in Back labor, Comfort Measures | 0 comments Many women feel some pain in their back in labor due to the descent of the baby’s head into the pelvis, causing additional pressure on the back.  However, some women experience continuous painful “back labor” due to the baby’s position throughout labor.  Some babies find it fun to hang out in what we call “sunny-side-up” or posterior position.  So, instead...
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