In the realm of motherhood, we, the mothers, stand united to declare that breast milk is not merely a substance; it is a living expression of our love, power, and profound connection with our babies. This manifesto serves as an ode to the divine composition, indomitable protection, and unbreakable bond that breast milk embodies.
Birth is often associated with the arrival of a newborn, the cries of a baby taking its first breath, and the joy that fills the room. Yet, there’s another unsung hero in this incredible journey – the placenta. The birth of the placenta, though often overlooked, is a remarkable event in its own right. In this blog post, we’re shining a spotlight on this vital organ and the fascinating process of its birth.
Pregnancy is a time of remarkable growth and transformation, where the body becomes a vessel for nurturing and sustaining a new life. Amid the practical considerations and physical changes, the significance of prenatal bonding often takes a backseat. However, this connection between a mother and her unborn child holds a profound influence on the journey of pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum period.
Inevitably, in discussions about unassisted or natural birth, the topic of pain-free birth rolls around. When it does, I wonder if striving for a “pain-free birth” doesn’t inadvertently miss the potential beauty of natural birth itself. I don’t believe birth is meant to be pain-free-in fact, I believe it’s far more than that! I believe, and have experienced, birth to be downright ecstatically, blissfully, orgasmically pleasurable.
Women who experience birth trauma often feel isolated and misunderstood. Even other mothers—central to a woman’s support network—sometimes can’t really understand, unless they also have experienced firsthand the impact of a traumatic birth.
As I began to love myself … I found that anguish and emotional suffering are only warning signs that I was living against my own truth. Today, I know, this is “AUTHENTICITY”.
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