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Natural Ways to Support Low Amniotic Fluid

A “low fluid” ultrasound can feel alarming. This calm, holistic midwife guide explains simple, natural ways to support amniotic fluid and showcases how Nat Mur and nutrition may help.

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Using Cleavers the Herb To Clean Up Your Lymph

Cleavers also known as Lady’s Bedstraw, has a long history of use in folk medicine. Cleavers ability to assist in moving lymph and breaking up fibrous tissue makes it a wonderful herb to be considered when there are fibrocystic breasts with cysts or other congestion in the lymphatic system. It is mild, entirely non-toxic, easy to harvest, and is actually very valuable plant medicine. Cleavers are considered very helpful for mastitis or other swollen lymph in the breast.

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IV Fluids Are Not Required in Normal Labors

Most healthy mothers don’t need routine IV fluids in labor. Learn how simple self-hydration can protect mothers and babies, the downsides to over-hydration, and real indications for IV’s.

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Spotting During Pregnancy

Early pregnancy spotting or signs of miscarriage? A calm, holistic midwife explains what might be normal, when to reach out, and gentle options that may help.

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