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Expanding resources for body literacy: an interview with an NFP instructor
For National NFP Week, I'm excited to share with you an interview I got to do with Christina Valenzuela, owner and founder of Pearl and Thistle and Boston Cross Check instructor. I hope you enjoy it!
What’s the deal with placenta consumption?
Love it? Hate it? No idea what it is? Read this post to learn about placenta consumption.
Why do I need to pee when I nurse or pump?
Answering the questions that matter to lactating parents.
Terms Explained: what are prostaglandins?
Did you know that the same weird thing in your body can 1) make periods painful, 2) help cure newborns of certain kinds of heart disease, and 3) make a uterus contract? Welcome to the confusing and impressive world of prostaglandins. Check out this article to learn more!
5 early signs of labor
This infographic lists five indications that baby is coming soon.
12 instagram accounts to follow if you are NFP-curious (and one more if you’re an NFP pro)
If you're just jumping into the world of NFP, I've got some IG follow recommendations for you! Here are the handles and bios of some accounts you might like. If you've got another recommendation, leave a comment!
Terms Explained: what is Natural Family Planning?
Natural Family Planning (or, NFP) is an umbrella term referring to several different methods by which people can try to achieve or avoid pregnancy or monitor their hormonal health. Check out this article for more on NFP!
Happy National Hydration Day! Let’s talk about hydration and contractions.
One of the most common pieces of advice people having contractions will hear is, "Drink a glass of water and see what happens." But what does drinking water actually do for you?
Abby the Sociologist Doula 